Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Little Spire'
Russian SageA bit shorter than the species, this selection maintains a more compact, upright habit in the landscape. Large panicles of lavender blue flowers appear for several months and are excellent for cutting. Small, aromatic, gray-green leaves are rarely bothered by pests. Thrives in heat.
Plant Details
- Zone: 4 - 9
- Height: 24-36"
- Spread: 18-24"
- 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: Yes
Plant Details
- Zone: 4 - 9
- Height: 24-36"
- Spread: 18-24"
- 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: Yes
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