Common Sage. A bushy subshrubby perennial with aromatic, grey-green leaves. Lilac-blue flowers from early to mid-summer. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 1m. Flowers July to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Salvia officinalis
A bushy subshrubby perennial with aromatic, grey-green leaves. Lilac-blue flowers from early to mid-summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Salvia |
|---|---|
| Species | officinalis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Common Sage |
| Flower Colour | lilac, blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 1m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Herb garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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