Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Little Spire' - Russian Sage
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🌿 Characteristics
Type: Perennial shrub
Common name: Russian sage
Scientific name: Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Little Spire'
Flower color: Delicate lavender blue
Height at maturity: 0.5–0.7 m
Width at maturity: 0.5–0.7 m
Habit: Compact, airy, graceful bushy habit
Flowering period: July to September
Exposure: Full sun (minimum 6 hours)
Watering needs: Moderate, undemanding once established
Soil type: Well-drained, poor to average, tolerant
Hardiness zone: 3–9
Drought tolerance: Excellent
Nectar-producing plant: Yes
Attracts pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies
Toxicity to animals: Non-toxic
✂️ Care
Lightly prune in spring to maintain a compact shape and encourage dense branching. Remove spent flowers to extend summer blooming. Pinching the main stems when young promotes a bushier, more balanced habit.
Water moderately during growth; this Russian sage tolerates drought well once established. Well-drained soil is essential to prevent root rot. Undemanding and very hardy, this ultra-compact cultivar offers weeks of airy lavender-blue flowers with minimal maintenance.