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Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Little Spire'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Little Spire' (dwarf Russian sage) produces showy, faded violet, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to mid-fall. This plant is clump forming and has showy, matte, fine textured and fragrant foliage that is greyish green and light grey in colour. The stems are fragrant. Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Little Spire' (dwarf Russian sage) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting and specimen.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Little Spire' tolerates drought and salt, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.