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Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Steel’

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Plant information

  • Colour: Blue
  • Height: 90cm-100cm
  • Spread: 80cm-90cm
  • Soil: Can tolerate moderately poor soils, but avoid heavy clay that holds water
  • Position: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Flowering Period: Summer to Autumn
  • Hardiness: Frost Hardy to -8°C (H4)

Plant Description

Perovskia ‘Blue Steel’ is recognized for its versatile appearance and effortless cultivation, making it suitable for various garden styles and positions. This plant showcases green foliage complemented by delicate pale violet flowers. To ensure optimal performance year after year, it is recommended to trim back in late winter or early spring. Additionally, its attractive features make it a magnet for both bees and hummingbirds, adding an extra dimension to your garden.

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🌿 How to Care for Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Steel’

How much sun do Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Steel’ need?
Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Steel’ thrives in full sun—around six hours a day. While it can tolerate light shade, you’ll get the best flowering in bright, open spots.
Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Steel’ prefers well-drained soil, ideally sandy or chalky. Rich or heavy soils can cause the plant to flop and reduce flower production.
Water well during the first growing season to help it establish. Once settled, Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Steel’ is drought-tolerant and rarely needs extra water unless it’s extremely dry.
Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Steel’ doesn’t require much at all. In fact, too much fertiliser—especially nitrogen—can lead to more leaves and fewer flowers. A light feed in spring is plenty, if needed.
Yes—regularly remove faded flowers from Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Steel’ to encourage more blooms and stop self-seeding. You can cut the plant back in autumn or early spring to tidy it up and boost new growth.
Divide Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Steel’ into clumps every 3 to 5 years in spring or autumn to keep them healthy and vigorous. You can also take soft cuttings in spring.
Yes, Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Steel’is drought handy. Once it’s established, it copes brilliantly in dry conditions, making it perfect for sunny borders and gravel gardens.
Perovskia atriplicifolia ‘Blue Steel’ is generally low-maintenance, but it can occasionally suffer from aphids or powdery mildew—especially in humid or overcrowded spots. Good airflow and spacing usually prevent problems.

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