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Perovskia (Perovskia)
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).
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Perovskia
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Attributes of Perovskia
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
5 - 35 ℃
Scientific Classification of Perovskia
How to Grow and Care for Perovskia
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Perovskia, or Russian Sage, is a sun-loving, drought-tolerant plant that thrives in well-drained soil. It requires full exposure to the sun and minimal watering, proving fairly warm weather tolerant. However, it's sensitive to overly wet conditions causing root rot. Common challenges include susceptibility to powdery mildew and leaf spots. Seasonally, perovskia benefits from spring pruning to encourage bushy growth, while it becomes dormant in winter, reducing the need for water. Regular maintenance across all seasons ensures it remains healthy and robust.
How to Water Perovskia?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Perovskia?
How to Propagate Perovskia?
Exploring the Perovskia Plants
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4 most common species：
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 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 '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.
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.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Perovskia
Perovskia
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).
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Perovskia
Feedback
Attributes of Perovskia
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
5 - 35 ℃
Scientific Classification of Perovskia
How to Grow and Care for Perovskia
Feedback
Perovskia, or Russian Sage, is a sun-loving, drought-tolerant plant that thrives in well-drained soil. It requires full exposure to the sun and minimal watering, proving fairly warm weather tolerant. However, it's sensitive to overly wet conditions causing root rot. Common challenges include susceptibility to powdery mildew and leaf spots. Seasonally, perovskia benefits from spring pruning to encourage bushy growth, while it becomes dormant in winter, reducing the need for water. Regular maintenance across all seasons ensures it remains healthy and robust.
How to Water Perovskia?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Perovskia?
How to Propagate Perovskia?
Exploring the Perovskia Plants
Feedback
4 most common species：
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 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 '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.
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.
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More Popular Genus
Feedback
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
Your Ultimate Guide to Plants
Identify grow and nurture the better way!
17,000 local species +400,000 global species studied
Nearly 5 years of research
80+ scholars in botany and gardening
Continue reading in our app - it's better
A database of 400000+ plants
unlimited guides at your fingertips...
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