Perovskia atripl. 'Blue Steel' - P9

Description
The Russian sage 'Blue Steel' (Perovskia atriplicifolia) is an upright, spreading, fine-stemmed, loose garden plant that produces blue flowers with a pleasant fragrance. They appear from July to October. The Russian sage 'Blue Steel' also has grey-green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained, sandy soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1 m and grows to a width of approx. 70 cm.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for flowering hedges * the blossoms are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * tolerates pruning * deer resistant

leaves
The wintergreen leaves of the Russian sage 'Blue Steel' are grey-green.

Frost hardiness
The Russian sage 'Blue Steel' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Russian sage 'Blue Steel' is upright, spreading, fine-stemmed and loose in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- In spring, generous pruning can be carried out down to the woody parts. - In harsh locations, sun protection is only recommended in the event of frost.

Flower
The blue flowers appear from July to October. These are pleasantly fragrant.

Use
Group planting, rock garden, park, bee pasture, ground cover, steppe garden, hedge, green border