Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage New Syringa chinensis

Syringa chinensis

followed by a second burst of color again in late summer to early fall

would be free of viruses

and attracts various pollinators

Plants are well branched and produce buds in abundance--each one growing into a gorgeous bloom in midsummer

Blue Jean Baby Russian Sage New Syringa chinensisIts late season flower spikes of lavender blue have purple calyxes that support and protect the blooms. The lovely, delicate looking spikes are complemented by the attractive, finely cut leaves and silvery stems. Shorter than regular Russian sage, this variety is still a vigorous and fragrant plant that attracts butterflies. This variety is one of the earliest Russian sages to bloom.