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Midnight Purple Meadow or Woodland Sage
Salvia nemorosa 'Midnight Purple'
Meadow or Woodland Sage
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Deep purple blooms held on dark stems in spikes above mint-like foliage in late spring. Compact and easy to care for with a reliable rebloom through summer. Drought tolerant when established. Heat and cold tolerance along with not being picky about soil type makes this plant a great choice for tough areas.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Deer resistant.
- Rabbit resistant.
- Fragrant.
- A good park-strip plant (Flip the Strip collection).
- Low maintenance.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Midnight Purple Meadow or Woodland Sage get?
About 12-18" tall and 18" wide at maturity.
How much sun does Midnight Purple Meadow or Woodland Sage need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Midnight Purple Meadow or Woodland Sage need?
Low water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Midnight Purple Meadow or Woodland Sage grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Midnight Purple Meadow or Woodland Sage deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Midnight Purple Meadow or Woodland Sage in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Midnight Purple Meadow or Woodland Sage wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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