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Salvia officinalis

Garden or Common Sage

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Linda Engstrom

 

Description

This shrubby perennial will grow 1-3' tall and 1-2.5' wide. It has gray green leaves that are white and hairy underneath and clusters of blue/purple flowers that bloom in late spring and summer.

 

Plant Type

Herb

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue, Purple

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Light Green, Purple, White, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Mediterranean

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

n/a

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.