A powerhouse perennial that thrives on neglect, laughs in the face of drought, and delivers those dreamy, airy spires of lavender-blue right when the garden needs a late-summer pick-me-up.
This is the kind of plant that earns its keep. It loves dry, well-drained soil (think Mediterranean conditions) and basks in full sun, making it a go-to for those scorching spots where other plants just give up.When to Sow: Jan - Dec
HOW TO SOW PEROVSKIA: MAY REQUIRE COLD STRATIFICATION - Place seeds in Fridge for 4 weeks before sowing to give best germination Sow In pots - Surface Sow onto pots of moist compost - do not cover. Ideal temp 15- 18°C. Transplant to individual pots when large enough to handle. - Classification: Hardy Perennial Expert Level: Medium
- Germination Time: Erratic - upto 3 months
- Flowering Time:Jun - Oct
- Site: Full Sun Soil
- Type: Chalk/sand/Loam
- Soil Acidity: All Types
- Moisture: Well drained
- Care: Cut back hard in springtime to encourage a new flush of fresh growth.
- Use: Garden Borders, pots, Cut flowers, Dried
- Days to Maturity: Y1 if sowed early
- Harvest : Cut when aroiund half of the flowers are open and sear the stems in boiling water. Remove leaves before drying as they will curl.
- Vase Life: 5- 7 Days
- Height:40-60cm
- Plant Spacing: 10-15cm
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