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Sage Organic
Organic Seed

Sage Organic

Salvia officinalis
This refined culinary sage surprised us with the most beautiful flowers in mid-summer–curving columns of blue and lavender. Ceres narrow smoky green leaves have a full-bodied flavor, for they possess a high essential oil content with no harsh flavors.
SKU #S1771OG
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Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
105
Lifecycle
Perennial
Perennial Hardiness Zone
4,
5,
6,
7,
8
Mature Size
2-2.5' h x 2-2.5' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Regular, well-drained
Season
Summer
Color
Lavender purple
Features
Deer Resistant
Heat or Drought Tolerant
Attracts Butterfly
Attracts Bees
Notable
Certified Organic Seed Available
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
1/4"
Sprout Time:
7-21 days
Starting Indoors:
Sow 6-8 weeks before last frost. Keep at 65-70°F.
Starting Outdoors:
Direct sow after last frost.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After last spring frost.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
The name sage comes from the Latin salveo, 'I am well,' for sage was and is believed to have healthful properties. The thick leaves were once used to whiten teeth and the seeds to sharpen sight. Gardeners find sage is a decorative plant for borders or rock gardens and is valuable in vegetable and herb gardens. Once established, cut 6-8" from the top of the plant at least twice during the growing season, taking care not to cut back more than half of the plant. Pick leaves as desired for culinary use as soon as the plant starts to flower.
Final Spacing:
1.5-2'
Water Requirements:
Low Water Use
Watering Details:
About 1" per week.
Soil pH:
Not particular about pH
Fertilizer:
Do not overfertilize. If soil is poor, mix about 2" of compost into the soil prior to planting and topdress annually in springtime.
Diseases & Pests:
No major problems.