Garden Sage - Salvia officinalis
Popular evergreen perennial primarily valued for its textured foliage and its culinary uses. Blooms in summer. Great addition to the herb garden or border. May be grown in Container. Good cut flower. Drought tolerant once established. Attracts butterflies.
Water Needs:
Low
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Attributes:
Showy Flowers
Landscape Uses:
Border
Container
Mass Planting
Garden Styles:
Cottage
Edible
Modern
Traditional
Xeriscape
Light Needs:
Full Sun
Plant Types:
Height:
12-24"
Spread:
12-24"
Flower Colors:
Purple
Flower Seasons:
Summer
Special Features:
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Growth Habits:
Compact
Round
Cold Hardiness:
Zone 4
Plant in moist well drained soil. Feed in spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to new growth. Cut back to 4 inches in spring to promote new growth. Divide plants as needed in spring to promote vigorous growth.
