Lacey Blue Russian Sage
Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Lisslitt' PP #20,845
Pronunciation: pe-ROF-ski-a a-tri-pli-si-FO-li-a
SKU #08478
| Description | This hardy, heat and drought tolerant selection has an improved, sturdy, compact form that does not flop over in the landscape! Lavender-blue flower sprays enhance its aromatic, deer resistant foliage. A colorful, easy care choice for an accent, border or mass planting. Perennial. |
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| Light | Full sun |
| Watering | Once established water during dry spells. |
| Blooms | Summer to Early Fall |
| Mature Size | Moderate growing; reaches 12 to 18 in. tall, spreading 24 to 26 in. wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
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| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Compact Form |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | 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, Container, Hillside |
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| Design Ideas | Plant en masse to add a wonderful drift of color to the landscape. A delightful alternative to lavender in cottage gardens or along fence lines of pickets or iron. Shows well in traditional parterres or hedge-bound planters. Casual character is equally suited for wild gardens amidst rocky outcroppings or landscape boulders. Outstanding at edges of dry stream beds with wildflowers. Excellent container specimen in unglazed clay pots. |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Companion Plants | Juniper (Juniperus); Aster (Aster); Potentilla (Potentilla); Butterfly Weed (Asclepias); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja); Bee Balm (Monarda) |
| Care | Easily grown in average to lean, fast-draining soils. Avoid wet, poorly drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Fertilize in early spring and prune to within several inches above the ground to promote dense growth and heavy bloom. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-10
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 6
Good to grow!
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Your plant(s) are estimated to ship to Washington on or around February 3rd, 2023, depending on weather and garden center orders. Because all plants respond to weather and other conditions while growing, we can not guarantee a ship date. We will only deliver plants once they meet our rigorous quality and size standards, and only when the garden center schedules a delivery. Thank you for your patience.
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This plant may be available in these stores:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
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Emerald Desert Nursery 7499 Road L. 5 N.w.
Quincy, WA 98848 -
Lowe's 1400 E. Yonezawa Blvd.
Moses Lake, WA 98837 -
Lowe's 1200 Walla Walla Avenue
Wenatchee, WA 98801
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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.