Low compact mound covered in short spikes of dark violet-purple flowers

Salvia 'Marcus'

1 Gallon
$30.99
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Low compact mound covered in short spikes of dark violet-purple flowers
Perennial · Zones 4–8
Salvia nemorosa

Salvia 'Marcus'

$30.99
Size1 Gallon
The short version

A perennial for full sun.

Bee-friendly. The bees use it.

Zones 4–8Full sunLow waterNot pet-safe
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In stockTracking the day it leaves
Promise
Arrives aliveOr we replace it. How
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Spacing and size

12–15 in. apart.

Full growing guide
The story

Salvia, in a smaller size.

A low, tight cushion covered in short spikes of dark violet-purple flowers. It stays under a foot tall, so it fits the very front of a bed, a pot or a mailbox planting.

Light

Full sun.

Water

Water to establish; drought tolerant after.

Planting

Plant spring or early fall, crown at soil level.

Deep salvia color at edging height, without the flop.

The facts
Size8–12 in. tall, 15–18 in. wideShowLate spring into summer, rebloomsLightFull sunZones4–8WaterLow, let it dryGood forBee-friendly, Deer-resistant, DroughtPetsNot pet-safe; keep out of reach
Full growing guide: feeding, pruning, the year, troubleshooting →
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