Garden Goods Direct Perennials Little Spire Russian Sage

The Little Spire Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Little Spire’) is a compact-growing, semi-woody perennial in the mint family that carries a cloud of small blue-lavender flowers on widely arching stems. Unlike taller Russian Sage, this variety only grows up to 2 feet tall and wide. Nicely complimenting the whorls of flowers are gray-green leaves. Its dense foliage makes it look more like a shrub than a perennial.

This plant thrives on average, dry to medium, well-drained soils, and full sun. Perovskia hates to have “wet feet,” so avoid poorly drained soils. Little Spire Russian Sage is drought resistant. The most vigorous flowering occurs in full sun locations. When crushed, the flowers are wonderfully aromatic.