russian sage perennial
When gardeners in New Zealand search for a reliable, drought-tolerant, and breathtaking perennial, the russian sage perennial is often at the top of the list. Renowned for its wispy silver-grey foliage and tall spires of lavender-blue flowers, russian sage is a show-stopping addition to any border or landscape. Flourishing in full sun and well-drained soils, this hardy perennial isn’t just beautiful—it’s also remarkably low-maintenance and resistant to pests and diseases. Whether you’re looking to add colour and structure to your garden beds, attract pollinators, or create swathes of movement in the breeze, russian sage perennial plants are an excellent choice.
Perovskia atriplicifolia (Perovskia plant)
Perovskia atriplicifolia, commonly known as Russian Sage or Russian Lavender, is a small and erect shrub that is grown for its fine foliage and impressive flowers. Masses of tiny, dark blue flowers are borne on upright stems above the foliage through summer and autumn. The foliage comprises white stems which bear fine grey leaves as it grows to 1 m tall and the same wide. This Perovskia plant is commonly used in Mediterranean gardens, included in a mixed planting, added to borders, used in coastal gardens, or planted as a lovely backdrop to smaller plants. This is a popular landscaping plant.
Phlomis russeliana (Turkish Sage)
Commonly known as Jerusalem Sage, this is a small shrub grown for both its foliage and flowers. The foliage comprises lush, dark green leaves held on upright stems. These are complemented with showy clusters of pale yellow, “hooded” flowers, which are produced year-round, but predominantly in summer. It grows as a multi-stemmed plant to about 50 cm tall and 70 cm wide, and peforms best when grown in full sun on a well-drained, sheltered site. It is tolerant of dry periods, light frosts, and coastal environments. This variety of Phlomis is commonly added to a mixed planting, included in borders, or included anywhere its year-round beauty can be appreciated.
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