Perovskia 'Blue Spire'
Blue Spire Russian Sage
Description
This popular plant will grow to 2-3' and has fragrant, grayish leaves accented by lavender/blue flowers that bloom from March through Summer. Cut back through dormancy in winter.
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue, Violet
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Perennial Border, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.