Russian Sage (Perovskia atriplicifolia) is a drought-tolerant perennial known for its delicate silver-gray foliage and striking lavender-blue blooms. Native to central Asia, this hardy plant thrives ...

I’m not a huge fan of all things Russian. I don’t like vodka, borscht or caviar, and I once injured myself attempting — under the influence of vodka — that impossible Russian Cossack dance where one ...

Winter pruning keeps Russian sage compact and preps it for better blooms next summer. Cut stems between 8–18 inches during dormancy to spark fresh growth and keep it neat. Pruning boosts flowers, ...

When I first started gardening more than 40 years ago, it made no sense to me why anyone would plant a flower that lived for just one summer when there were so-called “perennials” that came back year ...

Planting herbs and flowers that birds love is an easy way to attract them to your yard. This hummingbird-attracting herb grows purple blooms in summer and fall.

To give yourself a great start with perennial gardening this year, and to add zest and beauty to your landscape, choose plants wisely. Many common varieties have noted weaknesses such as disease, ...