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Salvia officinalis

Sage, Common

 

Attractive downy foliage has grey-green color and a pleasant fragrance when bruised. Lilac blue flower spikes add ornamental appeal. Excellent with chicken and lamb.

  • Cheery addition to the herb or flower garden
  • Colorful, aromatic leaves
  • Use fresh or dried for culinary purposes
  • Also used in arrangements

  • Category: Herbs
  • Hardiness Zone: 4-8
  • Height: 18-24 in
  • Spread: 14-18 in
  • Spacing: 24-36 in
Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Gray
Green
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Dry Soil
Attributes
Border or Bed
Container
Cut and let regrow
Edging
Fragrant
Perennial
Habit
Mounding
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Fall
Spring Bloomer
Summer

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