The foliage is dark green with a white midrib. Ozark Sundrop prefers full sun and a well-drained soil and is tolerant of poor soils and drought conditions. The foliage is aromatic, finely dissected, and gray-white in color. This plant has an upright growth habit with a height and spread of 3 to 4 feet. The lavender-blue flowers appear on a spike that extends above the foliage.
Russian sage grows well in full sun and well-drained soils.
For the best growth and flowers, Russian sage should be cut back to within several inches of the ground in the spring. In addition, Russian sage should be protected for the first couple of winters after planting. This plant can be used as a filler in the perennial garden, and the gray stems provide winter interest. Popular cultivars include 'Blue Spire' and 'Longin'. Sea Holly Euphorbia sp.