How to grow Russian Sage - Gardening 101 by Dr. Greenthumb

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🌱 Russian sage is a beautiful plant with grayish silver foliage and bluish purple blooms.

💦 The foliage of Russian sage can be damaged by heavy rain.

🌿 Pruning broken or limp foliage can help the plant grow back stronger.

💨 It's important to create circulation in the center of the plant and clear out inward growing foliage.

👃 Russian sage has a pungent odor that some people may love or hate, but it helps keep away pests.

🌸 Russian sage is good for borders and can be easily pruned when it grows into unwanted areas.

❌ Remove any dead or broken parts of the plant, as well as weeds, to keep the area clean.

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00:08 Russian sage is known for its beautiful grayish silver foliage and bluish purple blooms.

00:24 The sage has been trampled due to heavy rain, so pruning is needed to clean it up.

00:50 Remove any broken or limp foliage by cutting it off.

01:22 Prune the sage to create more air and circulation in the center.

01:58 Russian sage has a strong and pungent odor that some people may love or hate. It's known to repel pests.

02:13 Cut back the sage when it starts growing into unwanted areas or when it's in your way.

02:27 Remove any weeds around the sage to keep the area clean and maintain healthy roots.

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Q&A

How to grow Russian sage?

Russian sage is very easy to grow. It has grayish silver foliage and bluish purple blooms. It can be grown in borders and has a strong scent that helps keep pests away.

How do you prune Russian sage?

To prune Russian sage, simply remove any broken or limp foliage. Cut off any scraggly looking parts and try to create some air in the center. Pruning is important to maintain circulation and avoid inward growing foliage.

Does Russian sage have a strong smell?

Yes, Russian sage has a very pungent and strong scent. Some people may love it, while others may hate it. The strong scent of Russian sage helps to keep pests away.

Can Russian sage be used for borders?

Yes, Russian sage is great for borders. Its grayish silver foliage and bluish purple blooms make it a beautiful addition to any border garden.

How do you keep the area around Russian sage clean?

To keep the area around Russian sage clean, remove any weeds that you see. Make sure to keep the roots at the base of the plants clean and free from debris.

Is Russian sage affected by heavy rain?

Russian sage can be affected by heavy rain. The foliage may become trampled or damaged. It is important to prune and remove any damaged or broken foliage to help the plant recover.