May Night Sage (Salvia nemorosa)

May Night Sage
Scientific Name: Salvia nemorosa L.
Synonym: Salvia virgata var. nemorosa
Family: Lamiaceae

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Salvia nemorosa 'May Night' at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden in late May Recommended Temperature Zone:
sunset: All zones
USDA:

Sun Exposure: Full sun to part sun
Origin: Europe to Central Asia
Growth Habits: Perennial, up to 3 feet tall (90 cm), 18 inches spread (45 cm)
Watering Needs: Moderate water
Propagation: Seeds, cuttings in early summer

Other varieties:
- 'East Friedland: 2.5 feet tall (75 cm) violet blue flowers
- 'Rose Queen': 2 to 2.5 feet tall (60-75 cm) pink flowers

Blooming Habits:
The May Night Sage has violet to white flowers in summer and fall.

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