Perovskia
Botanical name: Perovskia
Perovskia
Botanical name: Perovskia
Description
Perovskia make up a small group of plants in the mint family. The plants of this genus have all the perfect characteristics for garden use. They are extremely hardy, have long lasting blooms, attract pollinators, and are resistant to deer and rabbits. The genus was named in honor of Russian general V. A. Perovski (1794-1857).
Species of Perovskia
Russian sage 'Blue Jean Baby'
The russian sage 'Blue Jean Baby' has upright stems that are strong, so as not to flop over so easily as other Russian sage varieties. They are flush with tiny, aromatic flowers, giving it a very fine texture. The blooms on this cultivar are a smoky blue, likely inspiring its evocative name.
Russian sage
Russian sage is an attractive species of sage with a strong scent. Certain cultures in Kashmir use the flowers to create textile dyes. A biopesticide has been developed from russian sage essential oil which protects against ants and certain beetles. The plant is also being investigated for its ability to draw heavy metals out of contaminated soil.
Russian sage 'Blue Spire'
The russian sage 'Blue Spire' is a cultivar from the mint family. This perennial has violet-blue blooms which appear in fuzzy bunches (though it's hard to truly call them spire-shaped). It grows straighter than other varieties. This cultivar has received a merit award from the Royal Horticultural Society. Its flowering season is long. Deer, rabbit, and drought-resistant, it can grow in a number of places even when it is very dry.
Russian sage 'Little Spire'
Russian sage 'Little Spire' (Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Little Spire') is a compact cultivar of Russian sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) that was named for its stature. These two plants are very similar to each other, but russian sage 'Little Spire' produces violet-blue flowers instead of light-blue flowers; foliage can also appear silver in the winter months after a long summer bloom.
Perovskia 'Lisslitt'
Perovskia 'Lisslitt' make up a small group of plants in the mint family. The plants of this genus have all the perfect characteristics for garden use. They are extremely hardy, have long lasting blooms, attract pollinators, and are resistant to deer and rabbits. The genus was named in honor of Russian general V. A. Perovski (1794-1857).
Scientific Classification
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