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Russian Sage (Perovskia)

PERENNIAL

Description

  • Lavender-blue blooms last for over ten weeks!
  • Leaves are fragrant when crushed.
  • Thrives in hot, dry sites where other perennials can't grow.
  • Attracts pollinators like butterflies, bees, & more!
  • Zones 4-9, sun, 4' tall x 4' wide at maturity. 
Zone 4-9
Light sun
medium

$16.99 Each
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$16.99
Size
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Hand-picked at our greenhouse

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Shipped to your door

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Arrives as young plant

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More Information

Description Russian sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) always looks fresh, thanks to icy purple and blue tones, even in the heat and humidity of summer. Panicles of lavender-blue florets bloom for weeks above soft, silvery-green foliage. Stop and smell the sage! The small leaves release a delightful, herbal scent when crushed, but don't confuse it with edible sage. Russian sage is the perfect answer for those hot, dry sites that are hard to fill. Once established, Russian sage truly loves dry and well-draining conditions. It's low maintenance, easy to care for, and deer resistant. This plant looks great anywhere, but we especially love how it looks in cottage gardens! Details How To Grow

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Customer Reviews

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D.S. (Utah)

Great plants but a late freeze wiped them out

We’re sorry you’re having trouble with your plants! Our fall guarantee covers plants received after September 1 until May 2025, so we have you covered. Please send your order number and pictures ...
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S.J. (Tennessee)
Looks very healthy so far!

Got the quart size, so very little digging was needed. It's already growing in the first month, and I'm looking forward to seeing it take off next spring!!

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S.G. (Illinois)
Bit small

Wasn't sure if it was going to make it. Growing slowly but starting to bloom.

We’re sorry you’re not satisfied with your plants! On each product page and our plant sizes page, we note that all of our plants are young. The size of our plants varies depending on the time of year and whether they were recently trimmed. The most important thing when purchasing plants, online or in garden centers, is a full and robust root system, which we prioritize. Trimming only encourages stronger root development! All orders are covered by our 60-day guarantee, so please reach out to claims@greatgardenplants.com to start the claims process if necessary.

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J.S.

Got three healthy happy plants that are doing great in my backyard

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L.C. (Idaho)
Russian Sage is great!

Very happy with the Russian Sage delivery. Plants are in the ground and doing well. They smell good too.