Perovskia atriplicifolia Blue Steel


Approved Novelty

Improved branching, is more compact and has better plant uniformaty. 

Technical information

Novelty Characteristic:
Improved branching. More compact. Better plant uniformity.
Colour:
Blue
Flower:
Single, 0.2 cm
Flowering Period:
July - September
Type:
Perennial, O.P., Diploid
Use:
Bedding
Seed:
1300 seeds/gram
Plant:
Upright plant form. Height: 80-90 cm Spread: 40-60 cm
Growing:

Sow at 20-22°C. Sowing time garden: end of February. Sowing conditions: 1sd/plug; keep uniformely moist, not wet. Beware of damping-off. Germination conditions: do not cover; grow at 18-20C, after germination occurs. Grow at: 18-20°C. Transplanting: 6/7wk plug in 10,5 cm pot. Plant out end of May in full sun light. Cultivation: well drained soil , grow relatively dry; prefers chalky/alkaline soil. 140 Days from sowing to flowering. 

Planting:
Plant out end May in sunny and hardy spot. Planting distance: 40 cm x 40 cm

Registration details

Breeder:
Kieft Seed
Entry number:
18/14
Protection Period:
8 years
Expiry Date:
2022-12-31