Description
Botanical name
Salvia officinalis
Family
Lamiaceae
Spacing
61-76 cm (24-30″) apart
Depth
Plant 3 mm (1/8″) deep
Requirements
Direct sun. Grows well in rich clay loam that drains well and is rich in nitrogen. Prefers soil with a pH of 6.0-6.5.
Germination
Up to 3 weeks
Pests
Mites, thrips, aphids, slugs
Timing
Start the seeds/cuttings indoors 6-10 weeks before the last spring frost.
Growing
When the sage plants are small, mist them with water to keep the soil moist. Once they’re mature, water only when soil surrounding the plant is dry to the touch.
Harvest
90-200 days
Season
Cool, perennial in Zones 5 to 9
Links
How to grow sage
