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Garden Or Common Sage

Salvia Officinalis

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Overview

Salvia officinalis, commonly known as Garden Sage, is a perennial, evergreen subshrub with woody stems and grayish leaves. Renowned for its aromatic foliage, it reaches about 2 feet in height and spreads up to 2 to 3 feet wide. Sage thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, offering lovely purple blooms in late spring to early summer. It's drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and a favorite in culinary gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–10Type Herb, Perennial
Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — It's drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and a favorite in culinary gardens

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Herb, Perennial
Family
Lamiaceae

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Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — herb / perennial for full or half
Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — reaching a height of up to 12 - 18 inches, image 81
Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — while also offering a functional herb for culinary use; it is hardy in USDA Zones 5 to 9, tolerating temperatures
Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — but size can vary with growing conditions; it typically reaches a mature size of about 24 inches in, image 77
Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — although it can tolerate light shade
Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — The plant boasts woody stems; although it can tolerate light shade, image 78
Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — Its low-maintenance requirements make it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners
Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — evergreen subshrub with woody stems and grayish leaves; with a pebbled or slightly wrinkled texture
Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — it requires minimal water; commonly known as Garden Sage, image 63
Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — but size can vary with growing conditions; it typically reaches a mature size of about 24 inches in height and can
Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — with a pebbled or slightly wrinkled texture
Garden Or Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) — It's drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and a favorite in culinary gardens; the plant boasts woody stems
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