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PEROVSKIA atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire'
Commonly known as Russian sage
Dainty grey foliage, tall blue flowering spikes
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DeciduousLance-shaped, coarsely-toothed, lobed leaves 5-6cm (2-2½in) long.
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Height1.2m (4ft) -
Spread1m (39in)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightClump-forming perennial
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Hardy - cold winterHardy 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 atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire'
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Additional Features
Good to knowSalvia 'Blue Spire'. For best impact plant in small groups. Wildlife plant - insects.
Pests & DiseasesNone
Place of originGarden origin.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Flower ShapePaniclesTall panicles to 30cm (12in) longTubular
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HardinessFully hardy
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Pruning group
Pruning group 4Suitable 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.
RHS group 5, 6 & 7 -
Scented PlantsScented foliageAromatic when crushed. Scents of sage and lavender.
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soilThey will also survive in coastal, chalky and dry positions
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Wildlife
Bee friendlyButterfly friendly
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Perovskia - Growing Guide
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