Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire' - sagebrush

Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire' is an attractive and elegant perennial plant that belongs to the sagebrush (or Russian sage) family. The characteristics of this variety are as follows:

- **Appearance**: 'Blue Spire' is a slender, columnar plant that grows to a height of 80-120 cm. Its branches elegantly branch out, giving the plant a refined appearance.

- **Foliage**: The leaves are elongated, silver-green in color, and have a fine, hairy texture. In addition to their decorative value, the foliage is well-suited to withstand drier conditions.

- **Flowering**: 'Blue Spire' produces its distinctive lavender-blue flowers from early summer to late autumn, blooming in vertical, spike-like clusters. During the flowering period, the plant is very decorative and attractive, attracting bees and other insects.

- **Light Requirements**: The sagebrush thrives best in sunny locations but can also tolerate partial shade. For the best flowering and growth results, it is recommended to plant it in a sunny spot.

- **Soil Requirements**: It prefers well-drained, dry, sandy, or gravelly soils. It adapts well to various soil conditions and tolerates drought well.

- **Uses**: 'Blue Spire' is an ideal choice for gardens, parks, and landscaping projects. It looks beautiful as a solitary plant, in group plantings, as well as in flower beds and for edging.

- **Care**: This variety has low maintenance needs. Young plants require regular watering, but mature specimens tolerate drier conditions well. It generally does not require pruning, although shaping may be done if needed.

Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Blue Spire' is an ideal choice for gardens, providing a distinctive decorative element to the landscape with its attractive flowering and form.