Russian Sage is a shrubby perennial with upright habit. Gray-green foliage is topped with small, lavender-blue flowers late spring through summer. Used as a backdrop, in borders or in groupings.
- Landscape Size: 3′-4′ tall, 3′-4′ wide
- Light Requirement: Full Sun
- Water Needs: Low
- USDA Zone: 5a
- Growth Habit: Upright
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Attributes: Waterwise, Attracts Butterflies, Fragrant, Deer Resistant
See Green Thumb Guide below for region specific information.
Plant in enriched soil with good drainage. Trim spent blooms to extend flowering season. Cut back each spring.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
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