Common Sage (Salvia Officinalis) is a perennial shrub in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Salvia officinalis is a perennial, evergreen, aromatic subshrub with woody stems, grayish leaves, and blue to purplish flowers, widely known for its culinary and medicinal uses.

Common Sage

Common Sage

Salvia Officinalis

Salvia officinalis is a perennial, evergreen, aromatic subshrub with woody stems, grayish leaves, and blue to purplish flowers, widely known for its culinary and medicinal uses.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, chalky
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, pollinator attractant, aromatic

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Common Sage

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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