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Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Jean Baby'

Russian Sage

  • »  An easy care and low maintenance perennial
  • »  Thrives in the heat of summer
  • »  Long-blooming lavender blue flowers
  • »  Purple calyxes last into fall

  • Category:Perennial
  • Hardiness Zone:4-9
  • Height:28-34 in
  • Spread:36-36 in
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Humming-birds
Attracts Pollinators
Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Burgundy
Habit
Upright
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Winter Interest
Additional Information about Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Jean Baby'

56 A shorter, manageable Russian Sage that is still vigorous in the landscape and production. Lavender blue flowers held in smoky purple calyxes bloom for a long period starting in midsummer, with the color from the calyxes extending appeal into fall.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Jean Baby'

This cultivar of Russian Sage is distinguished by its narrower, more upright vase-shaped habit and relatively short stature. Aromatic, grey-green foliage on silvery stems is topped with lavender blue flowers for many months. Little fertilization required.
Bloom Time: Late Summer