Grow a timeless herb with flavor and flair!
Garden Sage is a fragrant favorite that brings both beauty and boldness to your herb patch. With its soft, gray-green leaves and savory aroma, this hardy perennial is a go-to for holiday stuffings, herbal teas, and ornamental borders. It’s a plant with history, heart, and a whole lot of flavor.
Variety: Garden Sage (Salvia officinalis)
Growth Habit: Perennial in warm climates
Height: 18–24 inches
Flavor Profile: Earthy, savory, and slightly peppery
Color: Gray-green foliage
Planting Conditions: Full sun and well-drained, sandy soil
Harvest Timeline: Ready to harvest in 75–85 days
Uses: Roasts, sauces, teas, and ornamental borders
Fun Fact: Traditionally used in holiday stuffings and known for its cleansing and medicinal properties, sage has been cherished for centuries.
Garden Sage is the herb that makes your kitchen smell like home. Its bold, earthy flavor is perfect for seasoning meats, sauces, and savory dishes. Use it fresh or dried, steep it into a calming tea, or let it shine in a bouquet garni. In the garden, its soft leaves and subtle blooms add texture and fragrance to borders and beds.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Sage thrives in full sun and sandy, well-drained soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Surface sow and press gently, do not cover, as light aids germination.
💧 Water Sparingly: Let the soil dry out between waterings to prevent root rot.
🌿 Thin and Maintain: Thin seedlings to 12–18 inches apart once established.
✂️ Harvest: Snip leaves as needed once the plant is full and bushy. Regular harvesting keeps it productive and tidy.
