Atriplicifolia Perovskia Plant

Atriplicifolia Perovskia Plants produce powdery, talcum-white stems that support grayish-green foliage with petite lavender-blue flowers. Along with being pungently aromatic, it is an exceptionally long-blooming perennial that seems to always look fresh. Can be cut back if stems get to floppy. Avoid wet or poorly drained soil. Atriplicifolia offers a long bloom season and was a past Perennial Plant Association Plant of the Year. Deer and rabbits tend to avoid Pervoskia.

Our Perovskia (Russian Sage) Plants are grown with care and free from harmful pesticides, ensuring they are a safe and hardy addition to your garden. Guaranteed to arrive healthy and ready to thrive!

Planting Instructions:

• - Best planted in spring or fall for optimal root establishment
• - Space plants 18-24 inches apart to allow for mature growth and good air circulation

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.5
• - Prefers well-drained soil, tolerates poor or rocky soils

Watering Specifics:

• - Water deeply when first planted, allowing the soil to dry between waterings
• - Once established, Perovskia is highly drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering

Fertilizer Type:

• - Minimal fertilizing is needed; apply a light, balanced fertilizer in early spring if soil is poor
• - Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can lead to leggy growth

Pruning and Training:

• - Cut back stems to about 6 inches in early spring to promote new growth and maintain compact form
• - Prune spent flowers in late summer to encourage further blooming

Additional Pest Management:

• - Perovskia is generally pest-free and deer-resistant
• - Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues, though it’s highly disease-resistant

Blooming Indicators:

• - Blooms from mid-summer through fall with tall spikes of lavender-blue flowers

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Hardy in USDA zones 4-9, tolerates heat, drought, and poor soil conditions once established

Companion Plants for Perovskia:

• - Echinacea: Complements Perovskia with its bright, daisy-like flowers and pollinator appeal
• - Salvia: Provides additional vertical interest with spikes of blue or purple flowers
• - Coreopsis: Offers a continuous display of yellow blooms that contrast beautifully with Perovskia’s lavender hues
• - Achillea: Complements Perovskia’s tall, airy form with its clusters of long-lasting flowers
• - Rudbeckia: Adds bold yellow flowers that pair well with Perovskia’s soft colors