Sage, Purple 'Purpurascens'
Purple Sage/Salvia officinalis (Perennial)
USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9
Very attractive Sage with interesting blue-green-purple leaves and lovely purple flowers. Flavor is very similar to common sage, just a bit more ornamental. This herb can be used fresh or dried. Used for culinary purposes, floral arrangements, nose gays. In the garden: containers, border, herb gardens or mixed beds. Often used to flavor soups, stuffing, and meat dishes.
Height
15-22 in
Spread
15-18 in
Bloom Time
May-June
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Use compost to encourage growth. Very drought tolerant, requires well-drained soils.
When to Divide
spring or fall, every 3 years
Good Companions
Silver Edge Thyme (Perennial) (Thymus vulgaris)Characteristics & Attributes
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Butterflies |
Attributes & Uses
| • | Fragrant |
| • | Cut Flowers |
| • | Containers |
| • | Dried Flowers |
| • | Culinary |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Purple |
| • | Blue-Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
