Perovskia atriplicifolia Blue Jean Baby, 2/3L
£18.00
notes
The compact Russian sage, Blue Jean Baby, is one of the earliest to flower, its tiny, violet-blue, tubular flowers appear on silver-grey spikes from July, forming a haze above deeply divided leaves that smell of both sage and lavender (and attract pollinating insects). Although it looks delicate, it is a tough plant that resists drought, heat and poor soil.
Dimensions
- 2/3L
- Height & Spread: 30cm (11in) x 30cm (11in)
Features
notes
The compact Russian sage, Blue Jean Baby, is one of the earliest to flower, its tiny, violet-blue, tubular flowers appear on silver-grey spikes from July, forming a haze above deeply divided leaves that smell of both sage and lavender (and attract pollinating insects). Although it looks delicate, it is a tough plant that resists drought, heat and poor soil.
Insights
Named after the Russian count who first introduced it to Western gardens, this aromatic sub-shrub comes from Afghanistan and the Himalayas. Russian Sage loves the sun and regrows each year from a woody base.
Details
- Flowers: July - September
- Hardy
Planting
- Well drained soil
- East, South or West aspect
- Full sun
- Sheltered
Care
- Best pruned back to 20cm (8in) in March
- Keep moist in first year – sometimes are slow to flower in first year
Glossary
Cottage Garden
