Russian Sage

Perovskia artemesioides Lamiaceae

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Perennial

Native distribution

Se Iran to W Pakistan

Biocultural value

Camphor-scented leaves and flowers are a fragrant addition to potpourri.

Location

Robison Herb Garden, Young Flower Garden

Source of plant

Garden Place, Bluestone Perennials, Garden Place

Description

Leaves pinnately parted, inflorescence narrowly paniculate; flowers blue-purple. Our plants are latesummer through early fall blooming (MFH).

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

foliage characteristics, flowering season, fragrance