Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Jean Baby’ PP29281

Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Jean Baby' PP29281

Russian Sage

Photo Credit: Walters Gardens


Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Jean Baby' PP29281

Russian Sage

This mid-sized Perovskia is one of the earliest to bloom beginning in midsummer. Large spikes of lavender blue flowers which attract pollinators are produced on bushy plants with grey-green, toothed leaves. Compact yet vigorous in production and in the landscape. Thrives in heat. Breeder: Walters Gardens.

Plant Details

  • Zone: 4 - 9
  • Height: 28-34
  • Spread: 36
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: Yes, Once Established
  • Bloom time: Early Fall, Late Summer, Midsummer
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades, Silver-Gray Shades
  • Flower Color: Blue Shades, Purple Shades
  • Fragrant: Yes
  • Good Cut Flower: Yes
  • Native: Not native to North America
  • Deer resistant: Yes
  • Rabbit resistant: Yes
  • Bee-friendly: Yes
  • Attracts butterflies: Yes
  • Attracts hummingbirds: Yes
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Plant Details

  • Zone: 4 - 9
  • Height: 28-34
  • Spread: 36
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
  • Drought tolerant: Yes, Once Established
  • Bloom time: Early Fall, Late Summer, Midsummer
  • Foliage Color: Green Shades, Silver-Gray Shades
  • Flower Color: Blue Shades, Purple Shades
  • Fragrant: Yes
  • Good Cut Flower: Yes
  • Native: Not native to North America
  • Bee-friendly: Yes
  • Deer resistant: Yes
  • Rabbit resistant: Yes
  • Attracts butterflies: Yes
  • Attracts hummingbirds: Yes
  • Groundcover: No
  • Roy Diblik Favorite: No

Grower Information

To produce full pots of Perovskia, we recommend planting our 32ct PowerPlugs in true gallon pots in late summer the year prior to sale. Pinch two weeks after transplant; a second pinch may be necessary. Use a peat/bark mix with a 5.8-6.5 pH, keeping it moderately moist to slightly dry during production. High light and adequate spacing will keep plants more compact. Grow at 68-72 degrees F and overwinter in a minimally heated greenhouse for best results.

  • PowerPlug Size(s): 32s
  • Optimal Planting Time: Late Summer-Fall
  • Retail Sales Window: Fall, Summer
  • Moisture in Production: Average, Low
  • Requires Shade in Production: No
  • Vernalization Required for Bloom: Yes
  • Vernalization Beneficial: No