PEROVSKIA 'Silvery Blue'

Commonly known as Russian Sage

Attractive upright blue-grey foliage with blue flowers above
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Deeply cut and lobed leaves to 5cm (2in) long
  • Blue
  • Height
    50cm (20in)
  • Spread
    75cm (30in)
  • Medium shrub
    Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    Upright subshrub
  • Hardy - cold winter
    Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
  • Full sun

PEROVSKIA 'Silvery Blue'

 
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individually £13.50 each , 3+ £12.00 each 
Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall Ready in 3 - 5 days
Delivery Information Normally 3 - 5 days
plant size comparison icon 2 to 3 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Salvia 'Silvery Blue'. Plant in clumps to emphasize the metallic sheen of the stems and foliage
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    Garden origin. Liss Forest Nursery, Hants
    Resistant to honey fungus
    These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
  • Flower Shape
    Panicles
    Tall panicles to 30cm (12in) long
    Tubular
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Blue
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 4
    Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
    Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
    When: Annually in early Spring.
  • Scented Plants
    Scented foliage
    Aromatic when bruised
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
    Tolerates coastal, chalky or dry positions
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
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Perovskia - Growing Guide

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