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Here’s a Perovskia that doesn’t get too tall, has stronger stems and a more upright habit than most. Its aromatic, grey-green leaves cling to the silvery stems. Each stem is topped with large, fluffy textured, lavender blue flowers beginning in midsummer. Like most Perovskias, the colorful calyxes remain on the stems long after the flowers are spent, making it look like it is still blooming long after it is actually done.
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Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils in full sun. Sharp soil drainage is especially important. Avoid wet, poorly drained soils. Plants have good drought tolerance. Best flowering occurs in full sun locations. Stems are more likely to flop if plants are grown in part shade. Cut back plants almost to the ground in late winter to early spring as soon as new growth appears.
| Common Name | Rocketman Russian Sage |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Rocketman' |
| Container/Amount | 1 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Hardiness Zone | 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Light Requirements | Sun |
| Height | 2 to 3 ft |
| Width | 36" |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained to dry |
| Water Needs | Average to low |
| Blooming Period | Mid summer into fall |
| Flower Color | light blue |
| Fragrance | Yes |
| Foliage Color | silver-green |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
