Perovskia Blue Steel - Russian Sage 3 Litre Pot

Perovskia Blue Steel

This outstanding cultivar has been specially selected for its superior stem strength and weather resistance. The robust habit makes it ideal for exposed sites, whilst the deep blue flowers and aromatic silver foliage maintain all the classic appeal of Russian sage with improved garden performance.

Seasonal Highlights

Late summer and early autumn bring masses of deep blue flower spikes on strong, upright stems. The silver-grey aromatic foliage provides excellent texture from late spring, while the sturdy white stems create striking winter structure.

Key Features

• Superior stem strength and wind resistance
• Deep blue summer flowers
• Aromatic silver-grey foliage
• Excellent for exposed sites
• Outstanding drought tolerance

Perfect For

Ideal for exposed borders, coastal gardens and windy sites. Perfect for prairie-style plantings and naturalistic schemes. Excellent in gravel gardens and Mediterranean-style plantings. Works beautifully in commercial landscapes requiring low maintenance.

Growing Tips

Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Tolerates poor soil and exposed conditions exceptionally well. Very drought tolerant once established. Cut back hard to 15-30cm in mid-spring to maintain compact habit and encourage strong new growth. Avoid autumn pruning.

Looks Great With

Outstanding with ornamental grasses like miscanthus and stipa. Complements late-flowering perennials including rudbeckia, echinacea and sedum. The deep blue flowers contrast beautifully with yellow achillea and orange kniphofia.

A superb choice for challenging sites requiring structure, late-season colour and pollinator value with exceptional weather resistance.

Perovskia Blue Steel - Russian Sage 3 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Moderate Growing Summer Violet-blue Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.