Rose Marvel sage
Salvia nemorosa 'Rose Marvel'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size12 inches tall12 inches wide
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Rose Marvel' sage (Salvia nemorosa 'Rose Marvel') is a perennial for borders, pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It forms a clumping mound about 12 inches tall and wide. Butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds visit the fragrant blooms.
Pairs well with Yarrow, Catmint, Coneflower, and Ornamental onion.