Sage

Salvia officinalis

Felted Mediterranean leaves — partner to onions, butter and brown butter.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Low

Soil

Well-drained, sandy

Difficulty

Very easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Leaves

Lifecycle

Perennial

Hardiness

Hardy

mediterraneandroughtperennial

Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks hardy sage varieties suited to London's cool, damp climate; excellent for direct sowing outdoors.

Crocus

Offers terracotta and glazed pots with drainage holes ideal for sage's preference for well-draining conditions.

Amazon UK

Supplies quality pruning shears and digging tools essential for harvesting and maintaining sage plants year-round.