Salvia yangii
Common name(s): Russian sage
Description: perennial; vigorous, upright growth with aromatic gray-green foliage and long, abundant blue-purple flower spikes from summer into fall. An easy plant for beginners as it tolerates almost any soil and climate (as well as just about any amount of neglect).
Height: to 4 ft. Spread: to 2 ft.
Position: full sun and well-draining soil
Uses: cut flowers, ornamental, to attract pollinators
Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below
Drought: adapted to 4 months of summer drought
Distribution: Afghanistan, Pakistan, Tibet, West Himalaya, China (Xinjiang)
Care: prune to 6 inches above the ground in spring to rejuvenate foliage. Cutting back spent blooms in summer will encourage more blooming but is not necessary. No fertilizer.