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Salvia x sylvestris 'Mainacht' (May Night)

Family Labiatae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Salvia x sylvestris 'Mainacht' (May Night) (ornamental sage) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and fragrant blooms during early summer to early autumn. The foliage is matte, fragrant and medium in texture. Salvia x sylvestris 'Mainacht' (May Night) (ornamental sage) has stems that are aromatic.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Birds, hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Salvia x sylvestris 'Mainacht' (May Night) . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.