Easy To Grow Perennial – Russian Sage
Last updated: October 18, 2016
Are you interesting in planting an easy to grow perennial?
Wondering what to do in your garden this weekend?
For the month of April, every Wednesday we are posting easy to grow perennials for our series Beginner Gardening Wednesday. This series can help new gardeners as well as seasoned gardeners have a beautiful garden.
Today, we are focusing on the perennial, Russian Sage.
A Few Benefits of Russian Sage
- This shrub is the perfect addition to any boarder or garden and has an enticing aroma.
- Another great part of this perennial is that according to HGTV, is that you can grow it in gardening zones 3-9. Not sure what zone you live in? Then make sure to check out our article called, How to Understand Gardening Zones.
- If you need to rid yourself of some rabbits, The Old Farmer’s Almanac recommends planting Russian sage to help.
How to Plant Russian Sage
- Believe it or not, but you can actually plant Russian Sage anytime of the year.
- Chose a location to plant this perennial that gets full sun and has well-drained soil.
- Before planting, The National Gardening Association recommends to loosen the soil with a garden fork about 12-15 inches deep then mix 2-4 inches of compost in.
- Then dig a hole that is twice the diameter of the pot the plant is in.
- When placing the plant in the hole, make sure the surface of the soil is level with the top of the root ball.
- Next, carefully fill in the hole with the soil.
- Install an aeration tube for optimal watering.
- Pour water down the aeration tube letting the root zone be saturated.
How to Care for Russian Sage
- Examiner.com reports that there is no need to fertilize this perennial.
- In the spring time, make sure to cut the plant back about 6 inches.
Summary
Perennials are a gardener’s bread and butter and Russian Sage is a welcome perennial to any garden.
What are you planning to do in your garden this week?
