Common sage

Salvia officinalis, a species of Salvia

Also known as Berggarten sage, Broadleaf sage, Culinary sage ·

About Common sage (Salvia officinalis)

  • Fragrant
  • Attracts pollinators
  • Edible
  • Drought tolerant

Appearance

Growth habit
  • Subshrub
  • Shrub
  • Herbaceous
Foliage
  • Green
  • Silver
  • Evergreen
  • Medium texture
Flower colour
  • Blue
Mature height
30–60 cm
Flowering season

Flowers from May to July.

Growing conditions

Sun exposure
Full sun
Growth rate
Moderate
Soil pH
7.5–8 · Neutral, Alkaline
Minimum temperature
Hardy to -34°C · USDA Zone 4
Native range
Central Europe, Southwestern Europe, Southeastern Europe

Where to buy Common sage (Salvia officinalis)

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