I have had great luck with Russian Sage here in New Hampshire - it is so tough and looks beautiful massed. Also, Rudbeckia is a winner here. Both plants are reliable, undemanding, and have a long bloom period that lasts far beyond when most other plants are tired out. Submitted by Laura
- Zones: 5 - 9
- Colors: Shades of Purple
- Height: 2 - 3' Width: 2 - 3'
- Bloom Period: Mid to Late Summer
- Exposure: Full Sun / Partial Shade
- Notes: Extremely drought tolerant sub-shrub. Deer resistant.
Full Profile and Growing Suggestions for Perovskia (Russian Sage)