Spiky purple blooms above silver-green aromatic foliage. A kitchen herb that doubles as an ornamental.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- May to Jun
- USDA Zones
- 4-8
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 18-24"
- Bloom Colors
- PurpleBlue
✿ Pollinator Friendly△ Deer Resistant❋ Fragrant▢ Container Friendly♨ Edible
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About This Name
Salvia officinalis is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Culinary Sage unambiguously. The genus Salvia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Culinary Sage, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Salvia officinalis will give you the most precise results.