Sage

Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a perennial, evergreen; a woody, silver-leaved Mediterranean herb with a strong, savoury flavour.

Classically paired with roast potatoes, stuffing and brown butter sauces, sage holds its flavour well when dried. It’s also delicious when fried and served in pasta with butternut squash.

Sage needs moist but free-draining soil and full sun. Trim it after flowering to keep its bushy appearance.

It can be sown as seed in spring or from cuttings in gardens or containers.

You can harvest the leaves year-round, but they are at their best just before flowering for strongest flavour.

Our planting guides are designed to help you get the best from your fruit, vegetables, and herbs. Every garden is unique, so growing conditions, weather, soil, and climate can affect results. Use this information as a helpful guide, and adapt it to suit your local conditions and gardening experience. Happy growing!