Sage Russian DescriptionBotanical Name: Perovskia atriplicifolia Native to Western and Central Asia. A long lived, woody-based deciduous shrub with many upright stems. Leaves gray-green, finely cut, 2" to 3" long, 1/2" to 3 /4" wide, aromatic. In summer produces tall sprays of lavender-blue blooms. Removing spent flower spikes is recomended to curb its invasiveness. Prune back hard in winter for new seasons growth. Very drought tolerant. Plant CharacteristicsPlant Category: ShrubsName: Sage RussianPlant Type: Deciduous Flower: Lavender-blue, encircling branched spikes, 1/4" wide Mature Size: 4' x 5' Water: Very low Exposure:: Full sunSpacing: 2 1/2' Soil Type: Clay; loam; sand; acidic; alkaline; well drained Planting Time: Any season CommentsComments: Deer and rabbit resistant.