Growing guide · Perennials

Salvia nemorosa

How to grow Meadow Sage 'Marcus'.

Short salvia, saturated violet.

Light
Full sun
Water
Low
Zones
4–8
Size
8–12 in. tall, 15–18 in. wide
Spacing
12–15 in. apart.
Pets
Not on the ASPCA pet-safe list; keep it out of reach
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Low compact mound covered in short spikes of dark violet-purple flowers

Light

Full sun.

Water

Water to establish; drought tolerant after.

Planting and soil

Plant spring or early fall, crown at soil level.

Feeding

None.

Pruning

Shear spent spikes to push rebloom. Cut back to the base in spring.

Through the year

Blooms May–June, repeat flowering through summer after trimming.

If something's off

Rots in heavy, wet soil.

Plays well with

Plant it with friends.

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Why we stock it: Deep salvia color at edging height, without the flop.

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