Denim 'n Lace Perovskia Plant

Gardeners have always adored Russian Sage for its airy texture and ability to pair well with almost any other flower color. The problem? Older varieties would either get too tall or flop over due to weak stems. Enter Perovskia Denim 'n Lace! This variety keeps everything you love about Russian Sage but fixes the issues—it stays compact, with sturdy, upright stems that never flop.

Its lacy, sky blue flowers sit on amethyst-colored calyxes, packed tightly together to create a full, vibrant look. Even after peak bloom, the colorful calyxes keep the plant looking like it’s still in flower, ensuring great color for nearly the entire growing season. Plant it in full sun, and you can pretty much forget about it—Denim 'n Lace is drought-tolerant and thrives on minimal care.

Like all our Proven Winners National Perennials of the Year®, Denim 'n Lace is grown without harmful pesticides, making it a safe and eco-friendly choice for your garden and the environment.

Planting Instructions:

• - Plant when soil temps are above 45°F, and make sure to pick a sunny spot—this plant loves the heat!

Soil Preparation:

• - Tolerates poor to average soil but will thrive in fertile, well-drained conditions with an acidic to alkaline pH.

Watering Specifics:

• - Water sparingly—this plant prefers dry conditions and is drought-tolerant once established.

Fertilizer Type:

• - A light application of balanced fertilizer in spring is all it needs to keep thriving.

Pruning and Training:

• - Cut back the stems in late fall or early spring to maintain its neat, upright shape.

Additional Pest Management:

• - Generally pest-free, and deer don’t seem to bother with it, so no need to worry about critters munching on your sage!

Light Requirements:

• - Thrives in 6+ hours of direct sunlight—this sun-loving plant will shine in the brightest spots.

Temperature Tolerance:

• - Hardy, it can handle everything from hot, dry conditions to freezing temps down to -30°F.