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Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage
Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Jean Baby' PP #29,281
Pronunciation: per-OFF-skee-a at-ry-pliss-ih-FOH-lee-uh
SKU #42962
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established water during dry spells.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall, 3 ft. wide.
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| Description | A shorter, compact variety that is full and vigorous in the landscape, with upright stems that resist flopping. One of the earliest to bloom, with midsummer lavender-blue flowers and smoky purple calyxes that hold well into fall. Finely textured aromatic foliage is a complementary soft gray-green. Great in mass plantings or as a single accent. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Midsummer to fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hillside |
| Flower Color | Violet-blue |
| Companion Plants | Aster (Aster); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Milkweed (Asclepias); Coneflower (Echinacea); Bee Balm (Monarda) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to lean, fast-draining soil. Avoid wet, poorly drained soils. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. In early spring, fertilize and prune to within several inches above the ground to promote dense growth and heavy bloom. |
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| Description | A shorter, compact variety that is full and vigorous in the landscape, with upright stems that resist flopping. One of the earliest to bloom, with midsummer lavender-blue flowers and smoky purple calyxes that hold well into fall. Finely textured aromatic foliage is a complementary soft gray-green. Great in mass plantings or as a single accent. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Midsummer to fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hillside |
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| Flower Color | Violet-blue |
| Companion Plants | Aster (Aster); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Milkweed (Asclepias); Coneflower (Echinacea); Bee Balm (Monarda) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in average to lean, fast-draining soil. Avoid wet, poorly drained soils. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. In early spring, fertilize and prune to within several inches above the ground to promote dense growth and heavy bloom. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage produce flowers?
Midsummer to fall
Is Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage evergreen or deciduous?
Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage?
Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage grow?
Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage in my landscape?
Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage is suitable for: Border, Hillside.
What color are Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage flowers?
Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage produces Violet-blue flowers.
What plants grow well with Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage?
Good companion plants for Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage include: Aster (Aster); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Milkweed (Asclepias); Coneflower (Echinacea); Bee Balm (Monarda).
How do I care for Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage?
Thrives in average to lean, fast-draining soil. Avoid wet, poorly drained soils. Water regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate drought. In early spring, fertilize and prune to within several inches above the ground to promote dense growth and heavy bloom.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.