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Carefree for real! This plant will survive in zone 9a whether you take care of it or you don’t. Compact size and long lasting blooms
'Sage Advice' Russian Sage Perovskia atriplicifolia
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Features
The perfect addition to a garden in hot, dry areas. Rich lavender purple flowers are held on strong, upright plants. The beautiful color will last a long time!
Award WinnerLong BloomingDeadheading Not NecessaryDrought TolerantSalt TolerantAttracts:HummingbirdsResists:DeerCharacteristics
Plant Type:PerennialHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:32 - 36 InchesSpacing:28 - 32 InchesSpread:28 - 32 InchesFlower Colors:BlueFlower Colors:PurpleFlower Shade:Lavender purpleFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:Minty greenHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Mid SummerBloom Time:Late SummerBloom Time:Early FallHardiness Zones:4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9bWater Category:AverageSoil Fertility Requirement:Average SoilSoil Fertility Requirement:Poor SoilSoil PH Category:Acidic SoilSoil PH Category:Alkaline SoilSoil PH Category:Neutral SoilUses:Border PlantUses:ContainerUses:Cut FlowerUses:Dried FlowerUses:LandscapeUses:Mass PlantingUses Notes:Get ideas for growing Russian sage in your garden.
Maintenance Notes:Grows best in full sun and dry to average, well-drained soil. Prune away any remaining old foliage in early spring.
'Sage Advice' Perovskia atriplicifolia USPP 33,310, Can PBRAF -
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Pamela Alonso, Texas, United States, 1 year ago
3 Awards
Award Year Award Plant Trial 2022 Director's Select & Best of Species Penn State 2022 Top Performer Michigan State University 2021 Top Performer - Perennial Mississippi State University - Crystal Springs -
