Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Jelena'
Jelena Russian Sage
Large airy clusters of small purple blue flowers. Grey-green, aromatic foliage is lacy, and grows in a compact, upright habit.
- Herbaceous perennial
- Relatively short, upright habit
- Long blooming purple flowers
- Perfect for the perennial border
- Category: Perennial
- Breeder: Medallion Plants™
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Height: 15-18 in
- Spread: 12-15 in
- Spacing: 12-15 in
- Bloom Color: Purple
- Foliage Color: Blue-Green
Unique growth habit combines a shorter plant with great uniformity. Long-lasting purple flower spikes create a lot of flower power. A vigorous grower, excellent for the garden or mixed containers
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Container |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Dried Flower/Foliage |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Fragrant |
| • | Mass Planting |
| • | Salt Tolerant |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Jelena'
The ideal plant for hot, dry climates! Russian Sage is classified as a subshrub or woody perennial. It performs very well in full sun and any well-drained soil. Average to dry moisture levels are ideal, and few pests bother this plant. If pruning is necessary, do so in Spring when new growth appears. Prune back to just above the lowest bud.