Zone 4 · Russian Sage
Planting Russian Sage in Zone 4
Perovskia atriplicifolia
✅ Russian Sage thrives in zone 4 (hardy 4–9)
Can I plant today?
⏳ Too early to direct-sow
Last frost is in 4 weeks. Wait until soil warms.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around May 15
Zone's first frost
around September 15
Bloom window
July – September
Peak bloom
August
Sun required
full sun
Mature height
36"
Spacing
36" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Russian Sage in zone 4
Plant in spring in dry, well-drained soil. Silver foliage with airy blue spikes. Cut back to 6" each spring.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Russian Sage peaks in August. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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