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Cooks and gardeners alike are attracted to this classic, evergreen annual for the unique, pungent flavor and aroma that its gray-green leaves produce. It can form a 2.5-foot-tall by 3-foot-wide bush with woody stems that may be trimmed back to newly emerging growth or strong stems in spring. In early to mid-summer, it sends up lavender-purple flower spikes; it has both ornamental and culinary qualities in an herb garden. 

Care

Provide moist but well-drained soil in full sun. This species tolerates alkaline soil.

• Plant Height 1 to 3 feet
• Plant Width 1 to 3 feet
• Zones 5, 6, 7, 8
• Uses Containers, Ground Covers
• Tolerance Deer Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Frost Tolerant
• Moisture Dry to Medium
• Bloom Early Summer, Summer
• Characteristics Fragrant Foliage 
• Light Full Sun
• Maintenance Low 
• Growth Rate Moderate
• Plant Type Annual in Zone 9

Sage Benefits

Sage has one of the longest histories of use of any culinary or medicinal herb. 

• Anti-inflammatory
• Antiseptic and antibacterial
• Reduces muscle tension 
• Relieves indigestion
• Relaxant
• Reduces menopausal symptoms
• Improve memory

Internally, a tea made from sage leaves has had a long history of use to treat sore throats and coughs; often by gargling. It was also used by herbalists for rheumatism, excessive menstrual bleeding, and to dry up a mother's milk when nursing was stopped. It was particularly noted for strengthening the nervous system, improving memory, and sharpening the senses.