
Russian Sage Blue Jean Baby
Salvia (Perovskia) yangii (atriplicifolia) Blue Jean Baby
A compact, long-blooming Russian Sage with a profusion of lavender-blue flowers and silvery foliage.
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About this plant
Meet 'Blue Jean Baby', a delightful, dwarf cultivar of the classic Russian Sage, Salvia yangii. This compact perennial offers all the charm of its larger relatives in a more manageable package, making it perfect for smaller gardens, containers, or the front of a border. Its upright, branched stems are cloaked in aromatic, silvery-gray leaves, providing a lovely textural contrast in the landscape. From early summer through fall, 'Blue Jean Baby' erupts in a mesmerizing display of tiny, lavender-blue flowers held on airy spikes. These blooms create a captivating haze of color, attracting a myriad of pollinators to your garden while providing continuous beauty. Its drought tolerance and low maintenance needs make it an effortless choice for adding vibrant, long-lasting color. Ideal for sunny, dry locations, 'Blue Jean Baby' thrives with minimal fuss once established. Use it in drifts for a striking visual impact, as a fragrant accent in herb gardens, or to complement other sun-loving perennials. Its fine texture and extended bloom time make it an indispensable addition to any garden seeking continuous interest and easy care.
Care & maintenance
Generally low maintenance. Cut back spent flower stalks in late fall or early spring to encourage bushier growth and more blooms. Tolerates a wide range of soils but prefers well-drained conditions. No serious pest or disease issues.
Quick facts
- Type
- perennial
- Mature height
- 2-3 feet
- Mature width
- 2-3 feet
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low to Moderate
- Growth rate
- Medium