How big do Perovskia little spire get?
Little Spire’ is a compact Russian sage cultivar which typically grows to 2′ tall (species typically grows to 3-4′). It is a woody-based perennial of the mint family. Russian Sage can grow tall, and the weight of its blooms might cause stems to droop. Solution: Prune back the plant in early spring to about 12-18 inches. This promotes sturdier growth and prevents excessive height.The compact habit is suitable for small spaces, containers, mass plantings and hedging. Sage Advice’ is one of the darkest of all Russian sage varieties, with rich lavender-purple flowers. Growing just 3 feet tall, the compact stature and strong upright stems prevent plants from leaning or flopping.Russian sage is a subshrub, and maintains woody stems at the base throughout the year. These woody stems send up new growth each spring, and give the plant a more structured, shrub-like appearance. For a soft, low-growing mounded shape, choose catmint; for an upright, airy and spiky look, go with Russian sage.The blue flowers combine well, and are useful for colour later in the summer. Plants of Russian Sage are loved by bees and butterflies, and ‘Blue Spire’ also holds an RHS Award of Garden Merit. Height: 120cm (48). Spread: 1m (39).
Is perovskia perennial?
Russian sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia, syn. Salvia yangii) offers carefree color, with an open airy habit and dreamy drifts of lavender-blue flowers that bloom from mid-summer into fall. Russian sage is a herbaceous woody perennial or subshrub that’s easy to grow and virtually maintenance free once established. SAGE: Use as a companion plant with broccoli, cauliflower, rosemary, cabbage, and carrots to deter cabbage moths, beetles, black flea beetles and carrot flies. Do not plant near cucumbers, onions or rue.What shouldn’t be planted with sage? Crops that are bad companion plants for sage include cucumbers, alliums like onion and garlic, as well as fennel. Can I plant basil next to sage? No, it is not recommended to plant basil next to sage.Common sage (Salvia officinalis) makes an attractive addition to warm, sunny borders, herb beds and veg plots, and grows well in containers.What shouldn’t be planted with sage? Crops that are bad companion plants for sage include cucumbers, alliums like onion and garlic, as well as fennel. Can I plant basil next to sage? No, it is not recommended to plant basil next to sage.
Where to plant Perovskia blue spire?
Perovskia thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it ideal for Mediterranean-style or gravel gardens. Perovskia can be propagated by cuttings in late spring or summer. Find non-flowering shoots 5-10cm long and snip off the plant. Put them in a plastic bag straight away to prevent drying out. Fill a container with a compost mix which is at least 50% perlite (or if you prefer, as we do, 100% perlite).It blooms all summer and grows successfully in any soil, from clay to sand, as well as salty and highly alkaline ones. And if that weren’t reason enough to plant it, Perovskia is extremely resistant to browsing deer, rabbits and even elk.The flowers are a magnet for pollinating insects. For best results, grow Perovskia atriplicifolia in full sun in well-drained soil. Prune hard each year in mid- to late spring create a woody framework a few inches high – this encourages strong new growth that will carry flowers later in the year.
Is Perovskia a sun or shade plant?
Sun and Shade: Russian sage performs best in full sun. In partial shade, the plants tend to stretch and flop over. Soil Conditions: Perovskia requires very well drained soil. Once established it is drought tolerant. Quick Guide to Growing Sage Space sage plants 18 to 24 inches apart in an area that gets plenty of sunlight and has rich, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.Spacing: Space Russian sage 24” apart at planting time to allow for the eventual wide growth of the plant. Russian sage is a slow grower and does not spread, creating a woody structure of stems at the base of the plant.