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Salvia officinalis 'Purpurascens'/Sage, Common Sage, Purple Sage
Silvery-purple foliage
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Silvery-purple foliage
Foliage
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Scientific Name:
Salvia officinalis 'Purpurascens'
Common Name:
Sage, Common Sage, Purple Sage
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
6, 8, 9
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Height:
1-2 feet
Spread:
1-2 feet
Bloom time:
Summer
Flower color:
Purple
Light Exposure:
Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Low
Maintenance Level:
Low
Comments:
This is a culinary herb which is often used in cooking. It produces silvery-gray foliage with a unique, pungent flavor. Cut back old, woody stems periodically to encourage new, succulent growth. Can tolerate cold temperatures and dry conditions but does not do well in cold, wet soils. Provide a raised bed, sandy, well-drained soil and full sunlight. Lavendar flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies.