Perovskia 'Lacey Blue'
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Perovskia 'Lacey Blue'
- Transforming the landscape with ease, this Russian sage showcases dense, upright, and hazy spikes of violet-blue flowers appearing in late summer. This characteristic ensures it stands out as a true horticultural masterpiece.
- It will mature gracefully into a airy, upright, and gracefully branching growth habit. It is beautifully complemented by its highly aromatic, deeply divided silvery-grey deciduous foliage smelling of sage when brushed, making it highly rewarding to cultivate.
- To achieve its full ornamental potential, plant this Russian sage in very well-drained soil in the hottest, driest, and sunniest spot available in the garden. Despite its highly ornamental appearance, it is reassuringly robust and easy to care for in the UK.
- Your garden will buzz with life as this Russian sage brings in masses of bees, butterflies, and hoverflies completely drawn to the late-summer blooms all year round. It requires a hard prune in early spring to maintain a strong, bushy, and floriferous framework.
- It is quite remarkable to consider that Russian sage isn't actually a true sage, nor is it genuinely native to Russia. It was named in honour of the 19th-century Russian general V.A. Perovski, but naturally grows in the harsh climates of Central Asia.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Perovskia 'Lacey Blue' can be grown in a pot, provided you use a suitably sized container with good drainage.
How big does it get?
The Perovskia 'Lacey Blue' usually grows to a height and spread of 0.5 to 0.8 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Perovskia 'Lacey Blue' thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Perovskia 'Lacey Blue' prefers well-drained, poor or moderately fertile soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Perovskia 'Lacey Blue' is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering, needing about 2.5 centimetres of water every two to three weeks.
Will this plant need pruning?
No, the Perovskia 'Lacey Blue' does not strictly require pruning, although you may remove dead or damaged branches if necessary. If you do prune, ensure temperatures are above 5 degrees Celsius to avoid frost damage.
How hardy is this plant?
Perovskia 'Lacey Blue' is fully hardy across the UK with an RHS rating of H5, withstanding temperatures down to -15°C.
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