Russian sage
With its tall wispy wands of lavender or blue flowers and silvery foliage, Russian sage is an important player in summer and fall gardens. It shows off well against most flowers and provides an elegant look to flower borders. The aromatic leaves are oblong, deeply cut along the edges. Foot-long panicles of flowers bloom for many weeks. Excellent drainage and full sun are ideal, although very light shade is tolerated. Plant close to avoid staking since the tall plants tend to flop.
- Light:
- Sun
- Zones:
- 4-9
- Plant Type:
- Perennial
- Plant Height:
- 3-5 feet tall
- Plant Width:
- 2.5-3 feet wide
- Bloom Time:
- Blooms midsummer into fall, depending on variety
- Landscape Uses:
- Containers,Beds & Borders,Privacy
- Special Features:
- Flowers,Attractive Foliage,Fragrant,Fall Color,Cut Flowers,Dried Flowers,Attracts Butterflies,Drought Tolerant,Deer Resistant,Easy to Grow
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Phlox
The substantial heads of sparkling white David phlox are a perfect foil for airy Russian sage in full sun.
DaylilyThe lemon yellow trumpets of Hyperion daylily contrast well with lavender Russian sage in informal sunny gardens.
Black-eyed SusanIn sunny places, the yellow orange daisies of Goldsturm black-eyed Susan, accented with dark brown cones, are dramatic against Russian sage.
Butterfly weedIn late summer, Russian sage combines well with orange butterfly weed, especially in butterfly gardens.
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