Perovskia sp. (Russian Sage) - Image 4

Botanical name: Perovskia sp.

Common name: Russian Sage

Family: Lamiaceae

Origin: Southwestern and Central Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryOrnamental foliageBlue, lavender, purple flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Perovskia sp. (Russian Sage) purple flower close up with thin stems and small leaves.
Perovskia atriplicifolia


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