did you know?

In classical antiquity, sage was associated with immortality and longevity, and it was believed to increase mental capacity. The genus name, is derived from the Latin for "salvation." For centuries, sage has been widely cultivated for its medicinal and culinary uses.

general maintenance:

To maintain a neat appearance all season, remove damaged foliage and deadhead spent flowers.

pests/diseases:

relatively carefree

how to sow/plant:

Start with new plants or rooted cuttings. Choose a sunny, fertile, well-drained site, and plant 2?3 feet apart. Before last frost, collect cuttings, or, to overwinter in Zones 7 and colder, dig up plants bring indoors .

water and fertilize:

For potted plants, keep soil uniformly moist, and fertilize biweekly with soluble fertilizer.

features:

• Attractive Flowers
• Attractive Foliage
• Disease Resistant
• Fragrant
• Native

garden uses:

• Containers
• Flowerbed borders
• Rock Garden

other uses:

• Culinary/Edible
• Potpourri

combine with:

beebalm feverfew foxglove sage ( and yarrow for a flowering herb or border garden.