May Night Sage
Salvia x sylvestris 'May Night'
$23.00
May Night Sage has masses of beautiful spikes of indigo flowers rising above the foliage from late spring to early summer, which are most effective when planted in groupings. The flowers are excellent for cutting. Its fragrant narrow leaves remain green in color throughout the season. The purple stems are very colorful and add to the overall interest of the plant.
Features and Growing Tips
Note: Each live plant is unique and may differ from the photo while maintaining its beauty. Plants come in a plastic pot; other items in images are not included.
Landscape Qualities
May Night Sage is an herbaceous perennial with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other garden plants with less refined foliage.
Ornamental Qualities
May Night Sage has masses of beautiful spikes of indigo flowers rising above the foliage from late spring to early summer
Planting and Growing
and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 5 years. As an herbaceous perennial, and will regrow from the base each spring. Be careful not to disturb the crown in late winter when it may not be readily seen!, individual plants should be spaced approximately 15 inches apart. It grows at a medium rate, May Night Sage will grow to be about 18 inches tall at maturity extending to 24 inches tall with the flowers, this plant will usually die back to the crown each winter, with a spread of 18 inches. When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant
as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation., This plant should only be grown in full sunlight. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations
Plant Facts
Prefers full sun
Deer Resistant
Keep moisture level dry to moist
Mature Size 18"(24"withtheflowers)Hx18"W
Cutflower Favorite
Flowers are indigo
Flowers from late spring to early summer
Attracts butterflies; hummingbirds
Zone 3a
Likes average to moist soil