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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    November 10, 2015
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    Russian Sage will not survive brought indoors.
    You can cut the plant back to about 12 inches.

    You should find a sheltered location to winter over the pot outdoors.
    A garage is a suitable location.
    Add some leaves or mulch to the pot.

    Keep the plant at a constant temperature and check the soil over the winter months to make sure it is not drying out completely. You can add a small amount of water if needed.
    In the spring you can plant it outdoors after danger of frost.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/russian-sage-flowers/russian-sage-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 6, 2016
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    Ph 5.1 to 6.5 weakly acidic soil is ideal.
    To much watering could be cause of yellowing leaves, as well as to dry, though Russian Sage usually can withstand a short drought period.
    Here is a link about the care requirements.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/russian-sage-flowers/russian-sage-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    LuvaLeigh on
    July 8, 2016
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    It is a late season perennial so it may not be ready for blooms just yet. Other factors could be lack of sun or surroundings are too moist. They prefer hot and somewhat dry.

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    August 5, 2016
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    Providing a nitrogen-containing fertilizer or compost should help the plant produce more foliage. Also be sure it is not located too close to other competing plants.

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    August 15, 2016
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    I believe Russian sage does do well at high altitudes (as long as the temperatures are not too cold; it is hardy to zone 5) and that it does very well in dry soil. The species is also said to be quite deer- and elk-resistant.

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    February 20, 2017
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    Russian Sage is usually pruned every year to control the growth and to promote flowering. Pruning it is not completely necessary, though. The plant would most likely continue growing and spreading if not pruned.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/russian-sage-flowers/russian-sage-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 15, 2017
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    Yes, but you will need a large container. A half whiskey barrel makes a great planter for a fast growing Russian Sage.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/russian-sage-flowers/russian-sage-care.htm

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