Salvia sylvestris May Night Wood Sage for Sale

Salvia sylvestris May Night Woodland Sage for sale

Common Name: Woodland Sage

Salvia sylvestris 'May Night' has spires of dark violet-purple flowers on strong plants with pungent foliage. Also know as Wood Sage, Salvia sylvestris is a hybrid species that has great garden hardiness and is usually long-blooming. Salvia 'May Night', or Mainacht', is the most popular variety and a landscaper favorite for its great performance. Salvia 'May Night' was selected the Perennial Plant Association's "1997 Plant of the Year".

Salvia sylvestris 'May Night' prefers full sun and moist to average, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established. Trim hard after flowering to encourage heavier repeat bloom.

Characteristics

Height in Inches at Maturity: 18-24
Width in Inches at Maturity: 18-24
Bloom Color: Purple
Bloom Time: Late spring to early fall
Light Requirements: Prefers full sun
Soil Preferences: Prefers moist, well-drained soil
Pollinator: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Zones: 5-9

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