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Marcus® Meadow Sage – Compact Violet Spikes on Gray-Green Foliage

Marcus® Meadow Sage

Salvia 'Marcus' is an especially compact selection, a stunning addition to any border. Spikes of intense violet flowers top gray-green foliage. Dense, shrub-like growth. Deciduous perennial.

Growing Conditions

Full Sun
Low Moisture
Height: 2 feet or less
Spread: 1–2 feet

Drought tolerant once established. Photo credit: Doreen Wynja.

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