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Posted: May 7, 2019 at 3:51 PM
Perovskia 'Little Spire'
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    Plant Type: Perennials

    'Little Spire' was selected for its relatively short, upright habit which prevents the leaning that is typical of the species. Small, narrow, gray-green leaves compliment the lavender-blue flowers. This cultivar has a wonderfully long blooming period beginning in late summer and continuing well into the fall.

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    The ideal plant for hot, dry climates! Russian Sage is classified as a sun shrub or woody perennial. It performs very well in full sun and any well-drained soil. Average to dry moisture levels are ideal, and few pests bother this plant. If pruning is necessary, do so in Spring when new growth appears. Prune back to just above the lowest bud.

    Flower Color

    Lavendar blue

    Foliage Color

    Grey green

    Plant Spread

    12-18 in.

    Good Companions

    Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia fulgida), Butterfly Bush (Buddleia davidii), Coneflower-Purple (Echinacea purpurea), Hyssop-Anise (Agastache ), Mallow-Tree (Malva sylvestris mauritiana), Monkshood-Azure (Aconitum fischeri), Starflowers (Boltonia asteroides)

    Plant Height

    25 in.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    4-9

    Soil Moisture

    Average to low water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Fragrant flowers or foliage, Dried Flower, Container, Mass Plant, Drought Tolerant, Cut flower or foliage, Salt Tolerant, Border

    Bloom Time

    Late summer until fall

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Deer resistant

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

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