Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Novaperlac' ~ Little Lace Russian Sage vase Ilex rotunda Ümar iileks1

Ilex rotunda Ümar iileks1

‘Midnight Flare’ is notably vulnerable to colder temperatures

IMAGES: Photo by Megan Hansen

Prefers sunny to partial shade areas in well-drained soils

Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Novaperlac' ~ Little Lace Russian Sage vase Ilex rotunda Ümar iileks1Little Lace Russian Sage is a compact woody perennial with fine aromatic silver green foliage. Whorls of lavender flowers on airy pinnacles cover the stems from summer into fall. Best flowering in full sun and well drained soils. Drought tolerant once established. DO NOT eat the leaves they are mildly toxic, however the flowers are edible and have a peppery flavor. Type: Perennial Height: 1. 5' 2' Spread: 1. 5 2 Spacing: 1. 5 USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 9