Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Denim'n Lace'
Denim'n Lace' Russian Sage
Denim'n Lace' Russian Sage
Exposure
- Sun
- Part-sun
- Part-shade
Rusticity
Bloom time
- June
- July
- August
- September
- Fragrant
- Lavender blue flowers
- Abundant flowers
- Abundant flowers
- Attracts butterflies and pollinators
Bring a touch of country charm and a burst of color to your garden with Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Denim 'n Lace', an improved Russian Sage variety from Proven Winners. This hardy and easy-care perennial is distinguished by its abundant blooms and elegant form.
Features:
- Blooming: From summer to fall, 'Denim 'n Lace' is covered with a multitude of small sky-blue flowers, forming light, airy spikes that attract bees and butterflies. Its amethyst calyxes add an extra touch of color and prolong the plant's visual interest.
- Foliage: Its finely cut, aromatic silvery-green foliage creates a subtle contrast with the flowers and adds interesting texture to the garden.
- Habit: Unlike other Russian Sage varieties, 'Denim 'n Lace' has strong, upright stems, giving it a compact and well-structured form.
- Size: This variety reaches a height of 28 to 32 inches (70 to 80 cm), making it an ideal choice for borders, mixed beds, and rock gardens.
- Care: This perennial is undemanding and tolerates drought well once established. It prefers well-drained soils and sunny exposures. A light pruning in late winter will encourage dense growth and abundant flowering.
Additional benefits:
- Disease and pest resistant: 'Denim 'n Lace' is a robust plant that does not require chemical treatments.
- Attracts pollinators: Its honey-bearing flowers attract bees and butterflies, contributing to the biodiversity of your garden.
- Long flowering period: Enjoy its beautiful blue flowers for many weeks, bringing a touch of color and lightness to your summer and fall landscape.
Plant details
Dimensions
Dimensions
Characteristics
Characteristics
Habit:
- Bushy
Flowering colours:
- Lavender
- Blue
Plant needs
Plant needs
Watering:
- Moderate
Maintenance:
- Easy
- Prune in spring
Soil requirement:
- Very well-drained soil
Features
Features
Resistance:
- White-tailed deer
- Squirels
- Slugs
- Drought
Attract:
- Butterflies
- Pollinators
Use:
- Borders
- Clumps
- Flowerbeds
- Isolated
Attribute:
- Fragrant
- Long flowering
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