Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Longin'

Russian Sage

Plant Type: Perennial

FULL Sun

Lavender blue flower spikes bloom June through frost on textured, aromatic foliage. More narrow and upright growth habit that other varieties. Drought tolerant. 1995 Perennial Plant of the Year.

Height

36-48"

Spread

24-36"

Growth Habit

THRILLER (upright)

Landscape Application:

Specimen or group for late color in beds and borders. Excellent when massed.

Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Longin' Plant Care:

Avoid wet, poorly drained soils. Cut back in Spring before new growth appears.

USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 4 (-30/-20F)

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Russian Sage Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

MIDSEASON (May-June), LATE (July-frost)

Mid Season (May - June)

Late Season (July - frost)

Soil Moisture Needs

Low to moderate soil moisture.

Average

Moderate

Special Benefits

Cut Flower / or Foliage

Fragrant

Nature Attraction

Hummingbirds

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant

Rabbit Resistant

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