Plant Database
Russian Sage
Perovskia atriplicifolia
Russian Sage is an airy, architectural perennial that brings a cloud of cool lavender-blue color to the summer and fall garden. It forms a substantial, upright clump of finely divided, aromatic, silver-gray foliage. From mid-summer into fall, it is covered in a haze of tiny, lavender-blue flowers held on long, wiry, branching stems. Exceptionally drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and low-maintenance, it is a perfect choice for adding height, texture, and a soft color palette to sunny, dry borders or xeriscapes.
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Airy Lavender-Blue Flower Clouds: Produces masses of tiny, powder-blue flowers on delicate, branching panicles.
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Silver-Gray Aromatic Foliage: The finely cut, silvery leaves are highly ornamental and release a sage-like fragrance.
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Extremely Drought Tolerant: Thrives in hot, dry, poor soils where many other plants struggle.
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Adds Height and Transparency: Its wispy, see-through form adds structure without blocking views.
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Deer and Rabbit Resistant: The aromatic foliage is unappealing to browsing animals.