Perovskia atriplicifolia (Russian Sage) 'Blue Jean Baby'

A shorter, compact variety that is full and vigorous in the landscape, with upright stems that resist flopping. One of the earliest to bloom, with midsummer lavender-blue flowers and smoky purple calyxes that hold well into fall. Finely textured aromatic foliage is a complementary soft gray-green. Great in mass plantings or as a single accent. Deciduous. Moderate growing; reaches 2½ to 3 ft. tall, 3 ft. wide. Light Needs: Full sun Water Needs: Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.