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Perovskia 'Little Lace'
$12.95
Perovskia 'Little Lace' is a refined dwarf Russian Sage cultivar known for its airy lavender blue flowers and finely cut silver foliage. It provides exceptional texture and late season color.
Height & Spread: 14 - 18 in x 18 - 24 in
Bloom Time: Midsummer to early fall
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preference: Well drained, sandy to loamy soils; tolerates poor and dry conditions
Watering Needs: Low; thrives in drought once established
Deer Resistance: High
Native Status
This cultivar is derived from Perovskia species originally found in Central Asia, selectively bred for compact habit and ornamental appeal.
Wildlife & Insects
Bees
- Beloved by honeybees and native species like sweat bees and mason bees for consistent nectar availability.
Butterflies
- Painted Ladies and Eastern Tiger Swallowtails are frequent visitors drawn to the profuse lavender flowers.
Beneficial Insects
- Attracts predatory insects including hoverflies and lady beetles, supporting healthy garden ecosystems.
Spacing & Landscape Use
Spacing Recommendations
- Space 18 - 24 in apart to maintain air flow and define low growing clumps within the garden bed.
Landscape Placement
- Ideal for small borders, drought tolerant containers, rock gardens, and as a front edge for perennial beds.
Companion Plants
- Coreopsis verticillata (Threadleaf Coreopsis) - Soft yellow daisy like blooms contrast beautifully with Perovskia’s blue tones and fine texture.
- Lavandula stoechas (Spanish Lavender) - Offers complementary silver foliage and fragrant spikes that echo Russian Sage’s aesthetic.
- Gaillardia x grandiflora (Blanket Flower) - Adds vibrant red and orange hues while sharing similar drought loving characteristics.
- Salvia greggii (Autumn Sage) - A heat tolerant bloomer that provides bold accent colors and extended seasonal interest.
- Achillea 'Moonshine' (Yarrow) - Silvery foliage and lemon yellow flowers harmonize with the airy texture and muted colors of 'Little Lace'.