Is Japanese Woodland Sage safe for pets?

Yes, Japanese Woodland Sage (Salvia Nipponica) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Japanese Woodland Sage easy to care for?

Japanese Woodland Sage has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun or partial_shade light.

Can Japanese Woodland Sage grow indoors?

Japanese Woodland Sage is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Japanese Woodland Sage (Salvia Nipponica) is a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Salvia nipponica is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan, known for its heat tolerance and attractive foliage.

Last updated: February 2026

Japanese Woodland Sage

Salvia Nipponica

Salvia nipponica is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Japan, known for its heat tolerance and attractive foliage.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

6-9

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

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Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, well-drained

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Japanese Woodland Sage

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Prune

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Lamiaceae

Genus:Salvia