Russian Sage

Scientific Name: Perovskia atriplicifolia
Common Names: Russian Sage, Perovskia
Native to: Central Asia, including parts of Iran and Afghanistan
Lighting Requirements: Full Sun
Height: 3-5 feet
Width: 3-4 feet
Winter Look: Semi-evergreen in warmer climates; dies back in colder regions
Seasonal Interest: Late summer to fall (lavender-blue flowers)
Drought Tolerance: High; drought-tolerant once established
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy, clay, or gravelly soils (avoid wet sites)
pH Range: 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 4-9
Deer Resistance: High; rarely browsed by deer
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies

Notes: Excellent for xeriscapes or as a specimen plant, Russian Sage is low maintenance and has aromatic, silver-green foliage. You should smell the leaves before you plant this plant, especially if you're a gardener. I don't have any Russian Sage because I don't like the smell, but I have clients who like it or don't care because they don't maintain their landscapes.