The Story
Salvia officinalis
A handsome Mediterranean herb with soft grey-green leaves for the flower, herb, or vegetable garden. Pretty purple flowers attract hummingbirds. Use savory leaves fresh or dry to flavor a wide range of dishes.
1g.
| Light | Full sun |
| Harvest time | All summer |
| Plant spacing | 1-1.5 feet |
| Planting depth | 1/4 inch |
| Days to germination | 14-21 |
| Plant height | 2-2.5 feet |
Gardener's Notes: Plant seeds 1 inch apart in well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Keep evenly moist - germination often takes 2 to 3 weeks. Thin seedlings to final 1.5 foot spacing to mature. Once established, plants are drought tolerant. Harvest fresh leaves to use as needed; hang to dry for future use.
Description
Salvia officinalis
A handsome Mediterranean herb with soft grey-green leaves for the flower, herb, or vegetable garden. Pretty purple flowers attract hummingbirds. Use savory leaves fresh or dry to flavor a wide range of dishes.
1g.
| Light | Full sun |
| Harvest time | All summer |
| Plant spacing | 1-1.5 feet |
| Planting depth | 1/4 inch |
| Days to germination | 14-21 |
| Plant height | 2-2.5 feet |
Gardener's Notes: Plant seeds 1 inch apart in well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Keep evenly moist - germination often takes 2 to 3 weeks. Thin seedlings to final 1.5 foot spacing to mature. Once established, plants are drought tolerant. Harvest fresh leaves to use as needed; hang to dry for future use.
