Perovskia Atriplicifolia (Lamiaceae)

Though it is called Russian sage, it is neither a sage nor Russian. It is, however, a beautiful, woody based member of the mint family with finely cut leaves that are aromatic when crushed. In summer, 3’-4’ spikes of violet-blue flowers rise from the mound forming base  and bloom long into the fall. It likes a sunny location and sharply draining soil. Selected as Perennial Plant of  the Year in 1995.