Growing Sage, also Common Sage
Salvia officinalis : Lamiaceae / the mint family
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T | T | T | T | T | |||||||
| P | P |
(Best months for growing Sage in South Africa - Semi-arid regions)
- T = Plant out (transplant) seedlings
- P = Sow seed
- Sow in garden. Sow seed at a depth approximately three times the diameter of the seed. Best planted at soil temperatures between 50°F and 77°F.
- Space plants: 20 inches apart
- Harvest in approximately 18 months. Time reduced if grown from cuttings.
- Compatible with (can grow beside): Broccoli, Cauliflower, Rosemary, Cabbage and Carrots
Sage grows well from seeds but it is slow developing.
One plant will usually be enough for the average household.
A plant grown from a cutting will be ready to use in about 3 months.
Stake or protect from strong winds, otherwise the plant may snap off the main stem.
Sage will grow almost anywhere as long as it is in full sun for most of the day. Sage does not like soil that is moist all the time - avoid frequent watering even in the middle of the summer.
Culinary hints - cooking and eating Sage
The leaves are used to flavour stuffing and meat dishes.
Sage keeps well if dried.
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