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Russian Sage

Salvia yangii

A silver-and-lavender cloud four feet tall, blooming July to fall. Asks for nothing.

pollinatordeer-resistantfragrant
TypePerennial
HardinessUSDA Zones 4–9
SunFull sun
WaterVery low (after establishment)
Height36–48 in
Bloompurple, silver · summer, fall

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