Common Sage

Salvia officinalis, Lamiaceae

Zones

4a–8b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorProducerPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

LowLowModerate

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Navel OrangeCitrus × sinensis

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Blood OrangeCitrus × sinensis

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Choy SumBrassica rapa var. parachinensis

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

YuzuCitrus junos

Beneficial Insect Habitat

Greek OreganoOriganum vulgare subsp. hirtum

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Scarlet Runner BeanPhaseolus coccineus

Pest Deterrent

Common ThymeThymus vulgaris

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Valencia OrangeCitrus × sinensis

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

YarrowAchillea millefolium

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

HopsHumulus lupulus

Hops' aggressive climbing growth can shade out sage plants and reduce their essential oil production

TansyTanacetum vulgare

Tansy's strong allelopathic compounds can suppress sage growth and establishment

Uses

Functions

FoodMedicine

Edible Parts

Leaves

Common Questions

What zones does Common Sage grow in?

Common Sage grows in USDA hardiness zones 4a through 8b.

What are good companion plants for Common Sage?

Good companions for Common Sage include Navel Orange, Blood Orange, Choy Sum, Yuzu, Greek Oregano.

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