Salvia ‘May Night’ – Sage is a popular, long-blooming perennial valued for its deep violet-blue flower spikes that rise above aromatic, gray-green foliage. Blooming profusely from late spring through summer, this compact and easy-care perennial attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a favorite in pollinator gardens.

‘May Night’ Sage thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, displaying excellent drought tolerance once established. Its upright, clumping form grows 18-24 inches tall and wide, making it ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and mass plantings. While not native to North America, Salvia ‘May Night’ is highly valued for its low-maintenance nature and ability to provide bold color throughout the growing season.

Why Choose Salvia ‘May Night’ – Sage?

• Long-lasting, deep violet-blue flower spikes from late spring through summer
• Attracts pollinators including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant once established
• Low-maintenance, compact, and ideal for borders and mass plantings

Cultivating Tips:

• Plant in full sun for the best flowering performance
• Prefers well-drained soils; drought-tolerant once established
• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage reblooming
• Cut back in late fall or early spring to maintain a tidy appearance

Design Ideas for Your Garden:

• Perfect for pollinator gardens, sunny borders, and mass plantings
• Combine with Echinacea, Rudbeckia, and ornamental grasses for a colorful summer display
• Ideal for xeriscaping and low-water landscapes

Ecological Benefits:

• Provides nectar for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• Deer- and rabbit-resistant foliage
• While not native, it supports garden biodiversity by feeding pollinators

Since Salvia ‘May Night’ – Sage is not a native species, here are three native alternatives available at Bumbee’s:

• Monarda fistulosa – Wild Bergamot: A native perennial with lavender-pink flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
• Liatris spicata – Blazing Star: A tall, native perennial with vibrant purple flower spikes that attract pollinators and butterflies.
• Rudbeckia subtomentosa – Sweet Coneflower: A native perennial with golden-yellow flowers and a long blooming season that supports pollinators and provides seeds for birds.