Salvia × sylvestris May Night
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Salvia × sylvestris May Night
Perennial Sage |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.468.120
(='Mainacht') The Perennial Sages are invaluable for their rich display of spiky flowers in the early summer border. This selection is medium in size, with flowers of deep indigo violet-blue. Remove faded blooms to encourage repeat flowering. Excellent for cutting. Drought tolerant, once established. Also tolerates heat and humidity. Plants may be easily divided in early spring or fall. Can be clipped back hard after blooming, to rejuvenate the foliage. Attractive to both butterflies and hummingbirds. A former Perennial Plant of the Year for 1997.
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Salvia × sylvestris May Night
Optimal Growing
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Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average or
Dry or
Moist
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Deep Blue
Purple
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Foliage Color
Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Rabbit Resistant
Massed
Flower Head Size
Large
Height
45-60 cm
18-23 inches
Spread
45-60 cm
18-23 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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