Sage is a woody subshrub with silvery green leaves and pale purple flowers that are attractive to butterflies and other pollinators. It does best in well-drained, sunny locations. For centuries, sage has been a popular herb for cooking, and is also used as an essential oil.
Latin Name
Salvia officinalis
Family
Lamiaceae
Type of Plant
Herbs
Perennials
Bloom Season
June
Seasons
Spring
Summer
Fall
Specifications
Max Height: 2.5'
Max Spread: 2.5'
Uses
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Tolerances
Attracted Wildlife
Butterflies
Colors
Native Range
Mediterranean and northern Africa
History
Sage was an important kitchen herb and featured in the gardens of many of Washington's contemporaries, including the Moravians at Bethabara and Thomas Jefferson.
Other Details
Pollinator
Planted at Mount Vernon
Hardiness Zones
Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005
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