Botanical Name

Salvia x sylvestris 'May Night'

Commonly known as May Night Salvia

Salvia x sylvestris 'May Night' (May Night Salvia)
Perennial

Perennial Plant of the Year. Dense indigo-violet spikes that rebloom if deadheaded.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
May to Aug
USDA Zones
3-9
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Low - drought tolerant
Mature Height
18-24"
Bloom Colors
Purple
Pollinator Friendly Deer Resistant Low Maintenance Cut Flower
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About This Name

Salvia x sylvestris 'May Night' is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify May Night Salvia unambiguously. The genus Salvia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for May Night Salvia, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Salvia x sylvestris 'May Night' will give you the most precise results.