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May Night Sage

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

Salvia nemorosa 'May Night' at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden in late May

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: All zones
USDA: 4-10

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)

Flowers: Pink, violet or blue flowers

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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