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Sat, Aug 24, 13 at 16:20
| i am a big fan of russian sage this time of year but ripped mine out years ago because of it's tendency to flop and become leggy. I have a new spot - full sun, plenty of space - but a friend told me that she thought there might be better varieties. Any experience with russian sage varieties? favorites? |
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- Posted by gardenweed_z6a N CT (My Page) on Sat, Aug 24, 13 at 19:47
| I speak from observation rather than experience. From what I've observed, I think Russian sage does much better with good drainage, dry soil & full sun. My own plants have tended to flop in part sun with rich, organic sandy soil. Larry Hodgson's book 'Perennials for Every Purpose' says they want full sun & poor soil that's pretty dry. |
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- Posted by GreatPlains1 (My Page) on Mon, Aug 26, 13 at 0:33
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- Posted by prairiemoon2 zone 6a/MA (My Page) on Mon, Aug 26, 13 at 5:27
| I almost bought a 'Little Spires' yesterday. I'm thinking about taking out my Perovskia after 15 years in the same bed because it is flopping & driving me crazy. Especially this year, since we've had a lot of rain. But regardless, I do have other things in the bed that need water and I do have clay soil. I heard that 'Little Spires' remains upright, so if anyone has that variety, how is it doing? |
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| I bought 'Little Spires' this past spring and so far it is completely upright. I like it - lots. Seems very sturdy. I'm not so sure about the ultimate height however. I think it's advertized at 2 feet, but I'm sure mine is taller which makes me wonder what it will do in year 2 and after. Kevin |
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