Sage

Sage

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Sage
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Sage

Sage

$6.00
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Sage is a fragrant, woody perennial herb with soft, gray-green, fuzzy oblong leaves and a strong earthy, peppery, and slightly bitter aroma. The leaves offer a savory, warming flavor that pairs beautifully with rich foods. It is excellent for seasoning roasted meats, poultry, stuffing, sausages, soups, stews, and compound butters. This variety is a good choice for Utah because it is very drought-tolerant once established, thrives in our hot, dry summers and alkaline soils with excellent drainage and full sun, and remains evergreen through mild winters. It's great for containers. Its low-maintenance nature, attractive foliage, and ability to attract pollinators while providing abundant fresh or dried leaves year after year make it an essential herb for any kitchen garden.

Accepting orders for 2026 gardening season until June 15, though harvests could be less productive.

Days to Maturity: Approximately 60-80 days to first significant harvest; perennial and productive for years.

Sun Needs: Full sun with at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily—essential for strong flavor, growth, and woody structure in Utah’s intense summer light.

Season Type: Warm-season perennial; transplant in spring after last frost or in fall.

Plant Habit & Support: Bushy, woody plants grow 12-24 inches tall and wide; generally self-supporting—space 18-24 inches apart.

Other Notes: Excellent drainage is critical to prevent root rot; harvest leaves regularly to encourage bushiness; very drought-tolerant once established—organic mulch (like straw or gravel) helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Best Planting Method: Transplant when soil is warm in spring. Space plants 18-24 inches apart in rows or beds; plant at the same depth as in the pot. Amend soil with compost for fertility and excellent drainage—raised beds or containers are highly recommended in heavier or alkaline Utah soils. Organic mulch (such as straw, compost, or gravel) around plants conserves moisture, suppresses weeds, and moderates soil temperature.

Watering Needs: Allow soil to dry out between waterings (about 1 inch per week once established)—drip irrigation is ideal in dry Utah air. It is highly drought-tolerant but benefits from consistent moisture while young; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot. Mulch helps maintain steady moisture, and containers may need more frequent checks during hot spells.

Fertilization Needs: Incorporate compost at planting. Sage is a light feeder—side-dress lightly with balanced or low-nitrogen fertilizer in spring if needed. Avoid excessive nitrogen to prevent lush growth with reduced aroma; organic options provide steady nutrients. Harvest leaves or sprigs regularly by snipping stems just above a leaf pair to encourage bushier growth and continuous production.

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