Broadleaf Sage Herb is an open-pollinated, heirloom that matures in 75 days. PERENNIAL. Broadleaf Sage Herb is one of the best-known herbs. Small 12-24″H shrub with woody stems and broad, textured, downy grayish-green leaves and blue-purplish flowers. Strong, unique taste and aroma enhances the flavor of many dishes. 

Sage is an aromatic perennial plant that is part of the mint family.  The plant produces grayish-green leaves that are used in many popular food dishes. The Broadleaf Sage is grown mainly for seasoning rich meats and sausages, as well as carrots, tomatoes, squash, corn and potatoes. This Sage has fragrant gray-green leaves and spikes of purple flowers.

Broadleaf Sage is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2ft by 2ft at a medium rate. It is hardy to US zone 9 and is not frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to August, and the seeds ripen from August to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees.

Growing Sage: Sow directly in the garden 1/8 inch deep, in late spring. Thin to 2 feet apart when seedlings are 4 inches tall. Sage likes full sun. Morning sun is particularly important in that it dries the thick furry leaves preventing fungus. If you live in a humid climate try putting some gravel underneath the plants. The rocks hold the heat and slowly release it at night helping keep the leaves drier. Sage also appreciates a rich, humus, sandy, well-draining soil. Water ONLY when dry.