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Create a stunning, low-maintenance garden with Russian sage plants for sale from our New Zealand nursery. Known for their silvery foliage and clouds of lavender-blue flowers, Russian sage provides months of colour and structure to gardens, coastal landscapes, and mixed perennial beds. If you're searching for hardy, drought-resistant plants that thrive in sun and bring pollinators like bees and butterflies, Russian sage is a top choice. Discover the versatility and style of this popular perennial, perfect for adding texture and movement to your outdoor spaces.

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Perovskia 'Blue Spire'

Perovskia 'Blue Spire', commonly known as Russian Sage, is a stunning perennial admired for its airy spikes of lavender blue flowers and aromatic silver grey foliage. This drought tolerant plant delivers long lasting colour and texture from summer through autumn, adding movement and softness to gardens throughout New Zealand.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 1.00 m
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Summer, Autumn
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
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Perovskia atriplicifolia

Perovskia atriplicifolia, commonly known as Russian Sage, is a striking perennial admired for its airy spikes of lavender blue flowers and aromatic...

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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...

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Salvia Embers Wish

Salvia Embers Wish is a variety of Sage grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. It produces long and slender, flower spikes...

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Salvia officinalis Purpurea (Sage Herb)

Salviae officinalis Purpurea, commonly known as the familiar Sage Herb, plant is grown for its aromatic foliage and rich display of flowers from...

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Teucrium hircanicum plants with lush green leaves and pink flowers.
Teucrium hircanicum (Wood Sage)

Teucrium hircanicum, commonly known as Iranian Germander, is an herbaceous perennial grown for its pretty flowers and attractive foliage. Tall flower...

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Salvia Silver Sabre (Variegated Sage)

Salvia Silver Sabre is a variegated Sage that is grown for its variegated foliage and colourful flowers. It features a rich display of cream and...

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Salvia Caradonna

Salvia Caradonna is a variety of Meadow Sage grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. It produces long and slender, flower...

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Phlomis fruticosa plant in a cottage garden featuring green-grey foliage and yellow flowers.
Phlomis fruticosa

Phlomis fruticosa (Jerusalem Sage) is a striking evergreen shrub valued for its soft grey green foliage and bold yellow flower whorls that appear in...

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Salvia farinacea Victoria (Mealy Cup Sage)

Salvia farinacea Victoria is a variety of Mealy Cup Sage grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. It produces long and...

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Salvia Wendy's Wish

Salvia Wendys Wish is a variety of Sage grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. It produces long and slender, flower spikes...

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Salvia So Cool Violet

Salvia So Cool Violet is a variety of Sage grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. It produces long and slender, flower...

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Salvia Amore

Salvia Amore is a variety of Sage grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. It produces long and slender, flower spikes that...

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Pulmonaria Raspberry Splash (Bethlehem Sage)

Pulmonaria 'Raspberry Splash' is a stunning shade loving perennial admired for its silver spotted foliage and vibrant raspberry pink flowers. This...

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Salvia Mirage Hot Pink (Autumn Sage Plant)

Salvia Mirage Hot Pink is a lovely variety of Autumn Sage and features a rich display of hot-pink flowers through summer. The flowers sit neatly...

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Salvia 'Chiffon' (Chiffon Sage)

Salvia 'Chiffon' is a beautiful flowering perennial that produces masses of soft coloured blooms over a long season. Its compact growth, attractive...

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Salvia Snow Hill (Wood Sage Plant)

The Snow Hill Sage, commonly known as the Wood Sage Plant or Meadow Sage, features a rich display of white flowers through summer. The flowers sit...

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Salvia Sallyfun White (White Sage Plant)

Salvia Sallyfun White is a white Sage plant that is grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. It produces long and slender...

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Salvia 'Black and Blue' plant with blue flowers.
Salvia 'Black and Blue' (Anise-Scented Sage)

Salvia 'Black and Blue' is a dramatic perennial celebrated for its deep cobalt blue flowers held on dark near black stems, creating bold contrast and...

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Salvia Purple Glow with purple flowers and lush green foliage.
Salvia Purple Glow (Purple Salvia)

Salvia Purple Glow is a variety of Sage grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. This purple salvia produces long and...

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Salvia Azure Snow (Azure Snow)

The Azure Snow Sage is a plant grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. It produces flower spikes that host masses of showy...

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Salvia nemorosa plant with purple flowers.
Salvia nemorosa

Salvia nemorosa, commonly known as the Nemorosa plant, is an herbaceous perennial grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn...

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Corokia macrocarpa shrub with green foliage and yellow flowers.
Corokia macrocarpa

Corokia macrocarpa is a NZ native shrub that features glossy, sage-green leaves which are silvery beneath. Masses of small, yellow flowers are...

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Salvia 'Waverly' plants growing in a border.
Salvia Waverly

Saliva Waverly, commonly known as the Waverly Sage, is grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. It produces long and slender...

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Salvia 'Merleau Blue' plant in a garden with blue flowers and green foliage.
Salvia 'Merleau Blue' (Blue Sage)

Salvia 'Merleau Blue' is a compact perennial admired for its prolific deep blue flower spikes that appear from late spring through autumn in New...

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Lavender 'Laveanna White' purple and white flowers above dark green foliage.
Lavender 'Laveanna White'

Lavender 'Laveanna White' is a charming compact lavender variety known for its elegant white flowers and soothing fragrance. This hardy and...

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Salvia chamaedryoides plant with blue flowers and grey-green foliage.
Salvia chamaedryoides

Salvia chamaedryoides, commonly known as Germander Sage, Oak Sage, and the Mexican Blue Sage plant, is a shrub grown for its rich display of flowers...

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Salvia confertiflora plant with green foliage and red flowers.
Salvia confertiflora

Salvia confertiflora (Red Velvet Sage) is a spectacular perennial renowned for its tall stems and vibrant red orange flower spikes that bring bold...

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Salvia uliginosa

Salvia uliginosa (Bog Sage) is a graceful perennial admired for its masses of sky blue flowers that appear over a long flowering season. The airy...

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Salvia jamensis 'White' (White Sage)

Salvia jamensis 'White' (White Sage) is a beautiful perennial known for its elegant white flowers and aromatic foliage. The blooms appear over a long...

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Salvia Purple

Salvia 'Purple' (Purple Sage) is a beautiful flowering perennial prized for its vibrant purple blooms and long flowering season. This attractive...

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Perovskia 'Blue Spire'

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Why Choose Russian Sage for Your Garden?

Russian sage plants for sale bring a unique combination of beauty and practicality to New Zealand gardens. Their tall, airy spires of blue blooms appear from summer through autumn, effortlessly complementing grasses, roses, and other sun-lovers. Russian sage is well adapted to our climate, tolerating dry soils, coastal winds, and occasional neglect. It’s an ideal border plant, excellent for low-water gardens, and stunning even in large patio containers.

Our Top-Rated Russian Sage Plants

We offer the highly regarded Perovskia atriplicifolia (Perovskia plant), the true Russian sage, celebrated for its profuse flowering and silvery stems. Gardeners also love Perovskia Blue Spire (Russian Sage Plant) for its superb upright habit and striking powder-blue flowers. Both choices offer reliable, easy-care performance and are available for nationwide delivery.

How to Grow and Care for Russian Sage

Russian sage plants are simple to establish and even easier to maintain. Plant your new perennial in full sun and well-drained soil. These drought-tolerant beauties mop up sunshine and don’t mind lean conditions, requiring little to no fertiliser. A light annual prune in late winter helps Russian sage maintain a tidy shape and encourages strong flowering stems for the next season. Once established, they're virtually pest and disease free, making them a worry-free addition to your landscape.

Perfect Companions for Russian Sage

Elevate your planting scheme with harmonious companions. Combine Russian sage with gold-flowered Phlomis russeliana (Turkish Sage) for contrasting colour and texture, or with vibrant Salvia Wendy's Wish and Salvia Mirage Hot Pink (Autumn Sage Plant) for a pollinator-friendly, long-blooming display. These plants share similar growing needs, making them ideal for waterwise, sun-loving borders and wild gardens.

Order Russian Sage Plants for Sale in NZ

Experience the enduring charm and reliability of Russian sage in your own garden. All our Russian sage plants for sale are NZ-grown and carefully packed for shipping. Whether refreshing your border, filling a new landscape, or creating a bee-friendly patch, you’ll enjoy low-maintenance, long-lasting beauty. Browse our selection and buy with confidence for a garden filled with colour and life.

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