* A sub shrub is a type of shrub that is woody only at the base of the plant. Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Taiga' Reset. 'Longin' is a Kurt Bluemel introduction that is named for Swiss nurseryman Longin Ziegler. It can be planted in full sun or part shade, and any well-drained soil. Perovskia fears neither disease nor drought, and chalky soil doesn’t make it afraid, either. Hardy in zones 4-9. Aromatic, gray leaves are finely cut on this narrow, upright cultivar. 'Filagran' has has deeply dissected foliage. Russian sage "Filigran" (Perovskia "Filigran") grows 2 to 4 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide, featuring lacy silvery foliage, which looks decorative in an ornamental border. Cut back plants almost to the ground in late winter to early spring as soon as new growth appears. 'Longin' has darker blue flowers. Perovskia atriplicifolia Longin. Russian sage should be cut back hard in the fall months. Although Russian sage is native to Iran, Pakistan, Tibet and Afghanistan, it is well adapted to our high deserts. Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Longin' Lavender blue flowers on 2-4 foot tall x 2 foot wide plants, blooms July- Sept. As a hedging plant space them at .5m apart. This bush produces panicles of small, bluish-lavender flowers throughout the summer. Perovskia atriplicifolia, Russian sage. It has fragrant, fine-textured silver-grey foliage, and produces tall sprays of blue flowers in the summer months. Its long blooming period is valued by those who seek a flower bed that remains in bloom throughout the growing season. Longin Russian Sage is an herbaceous perennial with an upright spreading habit of growth. The gray stems remain attractive in the winter. Russian sage, Perovskia atriplicifolia, is an attractive plant with elongate, gray-green leaves and square, silvery-gray stems that produces an airy cloud of color late in the summer.The tiny, purple-blue, tubular flowers are arranged in whorls along long stems. Blooming for weeks from mid-summer to fall, this delicate-looking plant is a toughy that is resistant to drought, heat, pests and poor soils. Perovskia atriplicifolia Blue Spires (Blue Spires Russian Sage) is the best large growing Russian Sage selection blooming with dark blue flower spikes appearing in mid-summer. Use in a mass planting, border, or as an accent. Plants tend to sprawl or flop as the summer progresses, but perhaps less so than the somewhat taller species plants. Avoid wet, poorly drained soils. Perovskia atriplicifolia (Russian Sage) is a bushy, woody-based deciduous perennial with long terminal panicles of small, lavender-blue flowers, borne on thin white stems, clad with finely-dissected, aromatic gray-green leaves. Although Russian sage is native to Iran, Pakistan, Tibet and Afghanistan, it is well adapted to our high deserts. Our Russian sage is in full bloom in our front garden and should continue to burst forth with a bounty of purple blooms throughout the summer. Combines nicely with lavenders. This long-lived plant quickly attains a size of 4-5 feet tall and wide. 70156-105. Blooms late summer into fall with small, purple-blue flowers that make a wonderful combination with gray foliage. Thought to be a hybrid of two species, this plant has amazing vigor and blooms for many months. No serious insect or disease problems. Fertilise after pruning. Also known as Russian Sage, it is a member of the Mint family. Perovskia atriplicifolia. Not to be outdone by its flowers, the plant's stems and foliage make a strong statement of their own, perhaps even outstrippi… 'Little Spire' PP#11643 is a short hybrid to 2'. Russian sage, or Perovskia, is a late summer blooming perennial that bursts into flower like a cloud of blue.It goes from a hazy, pale blue to a jubilant azure. Perovskia atriplicifolia. Plants have good drought tolerance. The grayish-green leaves of Perovskia are pungently scented, apparent when they are crushed or brushed against. 3 - 5'. Aromatic, gray leaves are finely cut on this narrow, upright cultivar. This long-lived plant quickly attains a size of 3-4 feet tall and wide. The foliage is not as dissected than the species and is similar to 'Little Spire'. Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Longin' January 17, 2019 / Art Form Nurseries. Russian Sage is an erect, perennial shrub that is clump-forming, 3-4' tall and 3-4' wide. They are grown for their attractive foliage and flowers. Call branch for pricing at 1-800-748-3663. Foliage and flowers are noted for bringing a blue haze to the garden in late summer. The long panicles of flowers become increasingly brilliant as they open. In comparison to Perovski atriplicifolia, 'Longin' is a more upright plant with less foliage dissection. The Garden wouldn't be the Garden without our Members, Donors and Volunteers. A deciduous shrub, Russian sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) is known for its silvery white foliage and lavender-blue flowers. Stems are more likely to flop if plants are grown in part shade. Russian Sage. How to Transplant Russian Sage. Call your branch for options: 770-442-8881. General Information: Unique growth habit combines a shorter plant with great uniformity. It brings an extremely fine and delicate texture to the garden composition and should be used to full effect. Hardiness: Zone 5: -20˚F, Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Longin’ (Russian Sage). 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