Great Plant Pick: Perovskia ‘Filigran,’ cut-leaf Russian sage

Published 1:30 am Thursday, July 28, 2016

Perovskia ‘Filigran,’ cut-leaf Russian sage

Cutleaf Russian sage is an easy to grow drought tolerant perennial that is a great addition to the sunny garden. The silvery green finely cut leaves and more upright flowering stems separate this cultivar from typical Russian sage and give it a slightly more delicate look in the landscape. In midsummer the lovely foliage gives way to sprays of small light lavender blue flowers that are profusely borne. The blooms remain effective in to early fall giving a long season of interest.

Size: 4 feet high by 3 feet wide

Where: full sun

Water requirements: drought tolerant when established, but appreciates occasional watering

— Richie Steffens, Great Plant Picks