Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Jelena'
Jelena Russian Sage
- Soft lavender-blue flower spikes bloom all summer
- Upright, well-branched habit ideal for borders and mass plantings
- Aromatic silver-green foliage adds texture and fragrance
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
- Heat- and drought-tolerant, low-maintenance perennial
- Category: Perennial
- Hardiness Zone: 5-9
- Height: 14-18 in
- Spread: 12-14 in
- Bloom Color: Purple Shades
Airy clusters of soft lavender-blue flowers rise above silvery stems and finely textured, aromatic gray-green foliage. This compact, upright perennial adds movement, color, and fragrance to sunny spaces with a graceful yet bold presence. Thrives in hot, dry spots and blooms from midsummer into fall. Its long-lasting color, pollinator-friendly flowers, and fragrant foliage make it perfect for borders, mass plantings, or low-maintenance accents in full sun.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Jelena'
Plant in full sun. Prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. Avoid overwatering. Cut back hard in early spring to encourage fresh growth and maintain a compact, upright shape.