May Night Salvia

Scientific Name: Salvia × sylvestris 'Mainacht' (May Night), Salvia nemorosa 'May Night'

Common Names: May Night Salvia, Meadow Sage, Wood Sage

Lighting Requirements: Full sun

Height: 18 to 24 inches 

Width: 12 to 18 inches 

Seasonal Interest: Violet-blue flower spikes from late spring to early summer; attractive gray-green foliage adding needed texture to the garden

Winter Look: Dormant; may stay green in milder climates

Drought Tolerance: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established but prefers regular moisture

Deer Resistance: High

Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8 (USDA)

Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil; tolerates poor soil conditions

pH Range: Slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0 to 7.5)

Native To: Europe and Asia, (Salvia × sylvestris is a hybrid perennial salvia that primarily results from crosses between S. nemorosa and S. pratensis)

Potential Disease Issues: Generally pest-resistant

Notes: Long-blooming and low-maintenance; deadheading encourages more blooms