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Salvia officinalis
Common Sage 

Salvia officinalis
Common name

Common Sage

Group

Herbs

Family

Labiatae

Description

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.

Characteristics

Growth habit
Bushy
Fragrance
No
Hardiness
Hardy
Toxicity
CAUTION severely toxic to skin in sunlight

Size

Growth speed
Fast
Ultimate height
80cm
Ultimate spread
1m

Colour

Flowers
Lilac; Blue in July; September
Foliage
Grey; Green - Evergreen
Fruit
Red in August; February
 

Growing your plants

Aspect
Full sun/partial shade Protect from winter wet
Soil
Fertile
Moisture
Moist; Well drained
Propagation
Seed; Stem cuttings
Usage
Herb garden; Border
Planting
Water thoroughly before planting

Caring for your plants

Pruning
Late winter Remove crossing branches to help framework; Thin out overgrown plants
Maintenance
Keep free from weeds
Care
Keep moist in first year
Pests & diseases
Slugs and snails

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The web price shown includes a web only discount of 10%. All prices are exclusive of VAT.

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Form
Size
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Regular 2 litre 15-20 cm --- £4.95 £ 68