| Merchant | Pot Size | Availability | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2-3 in | In Stock | $28.00 | Buy |
| Common Name | Common Sage |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Salvia |
| Species | Officinalis |
| Origin | Mediterranean Basin |
| Blooming | Summer, purple-blue flower spikes |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green to olive |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining sandy loam or potting mix with perlite, slightly alkaline pH preferred.
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. High drought tolerance once established.
Requires full sun exposure for essential oil production and compact growth indoors.
Low nutrient needs. Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growing season only.
Prune heavily after flowering or early spring to prevent woody stems and encourage bushiness.
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