Salvia officinalis
(Common Sage)
50 seeds $3.25
Salvia officinalis, commonly known as sage, is a perennial herb that is one of the main ingredients in poultry seasoning. It's also good in soup, salad, squash and potato dishes. This versatile herb can even be placed in drawers to repel moths.
Sage has a surprisingly wide range of health benefits. Anthony William says that sage is "one of the top antioxidant herbs and can provide powerful protection from degenerative diseases." Click here to learn about its medicinal uses.
Salvia officinalis is beautiful in the flower garden. The blue-green leaves have a pebbly texture, and the tall wands of lavender flowers appear in early summer, attracting hummingbirds.
Salvia officinalis is also known as Broadleaf Sage, Common Sage, Garden Sage, and Kitchen Sage. Deer resistant. Hardy in zones 4-9.
height 26" spacing 24"
Sowing Salvia officinalis Seeds
Start sage seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Or sow outdoors after the last frost. Barely cover the seeds with soil. Full sun.