Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire'

Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire'

Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire'

Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire'

Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire'

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(Russian Sage) A charming small garden shrub, Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire' has silvery-blue, deeply cut leaves and eye-catching spires of soft-violet blue, tubular flowers in late summer.

The leaves are pleasantly aromatic if rubbed.

This distinctive shrub grows well in groups, prefers a sunny, well drained position and is an excellent choice for late summer/autumn colour.

Cut back for winter.

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Position: Full sun.
Soil: Well drained soil. Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire' will tolerate dry, chalky soils and costal sites well.
Hardiness: Hardy.
Rate of Growth: Moderate.
Habit: Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire' grows to be a small branching shrub with upright flower spikes.
- Height: up to 1.5 m (5 - 6 ft)
- Spread: 1 m (3 ft)

Pruning: To encourage flowering and keep a good shape, prune Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire' to approx 15 - 25 cm above ground in late April.

How Much Sun: Full Sun
Eventual Size: Shrub - Small (less than 1.5m), Shrub - Medium (1.5m - 3m)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Acid, Soil: Alkaline, Site: Coastal Areas, Soil: Dry/Sandy
Special Features: Flowers in Summer, Suitable for Containers, Foliage - Blue/Silver, Wildlife Friendly - Bees

Brand BlueBell Nursery

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