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PEROVSKIA 'Little Spire'
Commonly known as compact Russian Sage
Silver-grey foliage and spikes of violet-blue flowers
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Deciduous - ovate, dissected, silvery grey leaves to 5cm (2in) long
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Blue - violet blue -
Height - 50-75cm (20-30in) -
Spread - 30-50cm (12-20in)
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Dwarf shrub - Typically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions. - compact, upright, clump-forming subshrub
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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 -
Additional Features - Good to know - - flower stems do not require support. For best impact plant in small groups. Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases - none -
Place of origin - garden origin -
Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower Shape - Spikes - - narrow spikes to 30cm (12in) or more
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Tubular
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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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.
RHS group 5, 6 & 7 -
Scented Plants - Scented foliage - - aromatic when bruised
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Seasonal Interest - Summer -
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Soil Conditions - Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil - - tolerates coastal, chalky or dry positions
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Wildlife - Bee friendly - -
Butterfly friendly
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Perovskia - Growing Guide
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