Salvia officinalis ~ Common Sage shrub and stronger flowering

and stronger flowering

The large cupped basal leaves are rich blue with heavy corrugation that gradually matures to green

glossy dark green leaves and large extremely fragrant velvety double white flowers

IMAGE: Photo by Elizabeth

and then purple in fall

Salvia officinalis ~ Common Sage shrub and stronger floweringCommon Sage is a compact woody perennial herb used for culinary and medicinal purposes. The strongly aromatic, velvety green leaves are topped by short flower spikes with tiny flowers that can be soft blue, pink, or purple in spring. Sage in the garden deters many pests while attracting beneficial pollinators. Grows best in full sun and well draining soil. Drought tolerant once established. Type: Shrub, Herb Origins: Northern Mediterranean Height: 1'