Denim 'n Lace Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Denim 'n Lace')
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Deciduous Perennial Upright in the Lamiaceae Family
 
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Size Notes Price Availability
#1 gallon Field $14.22

A stunning cultivar of Russian sage that boasts a compact, well-branched growth habit and captivating gray-blue foliage. This perennial shrub forms a tidy mound of finely textured, lacy leaves that are adorned with abundant spikes of lavender-blue flowers in mid to late summer. The overall effect is a harmonious blend of cool, denim-inspired hues that add a sophisticated touch to gardens, borders, and mixed plantings. 'Denim 'n Lace' is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for water-wise landscapes.

Pros

  • Cold-hardy (Hello Russia!)
  • Long, pollinator-friendly bloom period
  • Aromatic foliage is deer and rabbit resistant
  • Drought-tolerant once established

Cons

  • Late to leaf out
  • Can flop over when it gets leggy (which it is wont to do in partial shade)
  • Needs full sun
  • Spreads via underground runners, potentially crowding out nearby plants
 

Plant Data

Mature Size 24 - 36 inches tall. 24 - 36 inches wide.
Growth Rate Fast
Sun Exposure Full Sun - Full Sun
Moisture Tolerance Dry - Medium
Zones 4a - 9b (Usually hardy to -30° F)
Tags Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Wildlife, Colorful Foliage, Container, Deciduous, Deer Resistant, Dry, Formal Garden, Fragrant Flowers, Full Sun, Good for Accents, Good for Borders, Good for Butterfly Garden, Good for Cottage Garden, Good for Cut Flowers, Good for Mass Planting, Grown For Attractive Foliage, Low Maintenance, Medium, Most Popular, Non-Allergenic, Normal Soil, Perennial, Prairie Garden, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers, Tolerant of Moist Soil, Well-Drained Soil
Bloom Period July to September
Flower Color Purple
 

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