PEROVSKIA Blue Spire / 2 Litre
PEROVSKIA Blue Spire / 2 Litre
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Salvia yangii (formerly Perovskia atriplicifolia) 'Blue Spire'
2 Litre Pot
Plant Highlights: Tall airy spikes of lavender-blue flowers • Aromatic silver-grey foliage • Long flowering season • Excellent for sunny, dry gardens and pollinators
Overview
Formerly known as Perovskia atriplicifolia, Salvia yangii 'Blue Spire' is a graceful herbaceous perennial with finely divided, aromatic silver-grey foliage and elegant sprays of lavender-blue flowers that bloom from mid-summer into autumn. Its open, airy habit adds movement and lightness to planting schemes while providing months of colour.
A favourite for prairie-style planting, gravel gardens and mixed borders, 'Blue Spire' combines beautifully with ornamental grasses, echinaceas, sedums and other sun-loving perennials. Once established, it is well suited to dry, sunny positions and is valued for its long season of interest.
Plant Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Salvia yangii (formerly Perovskia atriplicifolia) 'Blue Spire' |
| Common Name | Russian Sage |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Light | Full sun |
| Soil | Well-drained soil |
| Growth Habit | Upright, airy, bushy |
| Foliage | Aromatic silver-grey, finely divided leaves |
| Flower Colour | Lavender-blue |
| Flowering Season | Mid-summer to autumn |
| Mature Height | 1.0–1.2 m |
| Mature Spread | 0.5–1.0 m |
| Hardiness | RHS H5 (−15°C to −10°C). |
| Water Need | Drought tolerant once established |
| Fragrance | Aromatic foliage |
Growing Guide
Position
Plant in full sun for the strongest growth and best flowering. It thrives in warm, open positions and tolerates exposed sites provided the soil drains well.
Watering
Water regularly during the first growing season. Once established, it is drought tolerant and generally requires watering only during prolonged dry spells.
Soil
Grow in well-drained soil. Avoid heavy, poorly drained ground, particularly during winter, as excessive moisture can reduce longevity.
Maintenance
Cut stems back to low, healthy buds in early spring before new growth begins. Avoid pruning hard in autumn, as the old stems help protect the crown over winter.
Perfect For
- Sunny mixed borders
- Gravel gardens
- Prairie-style planting
- Cottage gardens
- Dry gardens
Wildlife
The nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects throughout the flowering season.
Why We Love It
- Clouds of blue flowers provide colour for months.
- Silver-grey foliage creates a beautiful contrast with neighbouring plants.
- Adds height and movement without feeling heavy.
- An excellent choice for sunny, low-maintenance planting schemes.
Product Information
- Supplied in a 2 litre nursery pot.
- Decorative pots and accessories shown, if any, are not included.