Denim and lace russian sage

Discover 23 great landscape plants for your low-maintenance garden. Includes euphorbia, Russian sage, hosta, switch grass, dianthus flowers and more!

Russian sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) is an elegant and drought-tolerant perennial plant known for its aromatic foliage, striking flowers, and airy growth habit. Native to central Asia, Russian sage is a favorite among gardeners for its long blooming period, silvery-gray foliage, and ability to thrive in hot, dry conditions. See below for some key features and information.

Proven Winners has chosen “Denim ‘n’ Lace” as its perennial plant of the year. Described as “a tough little beauty”, it thrives in heat and is a big attraction for

Russian Sage is almost shrub-like in its presentation. Silvery foliage and stems bear airy blossoms of lavender and blue tones. Blooming in late summer, Perovskia fills a time when most of the garden is resting with color. The aromatic foliage is delightful and makes it extremely deer resistant. Loves a hot dry site - perfect with grasses.

Perovskia can be used in a wide variety of environments with little attention through the season - a reason they have long been a staple of landscapers. Join Laura Robles as she goes through the landscape and shows a side-by-side comparison of each variety.

With a mega-drought happening in the West, it behooves us to seek out plants that need little water. So, is Russian Sage drought-tolerant?

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Russian Sage Care Must-Knows Russian sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) is a beautiful perennial that is native to central Asia. It has long, wispy stems with lavender or blue flowers and silvery foliage. In order to get the most out of your Russian sage plants, you must follow these care tips: – Russian sage thrives in full… Read More »Best Russian sage companion plants That Go Well and What to Avoid