

🌱Sage (Organic)
Seed Information
- Plant Type Herb
- Organic Yes
- Growing Difficulty Easy To Moderate
- Germination Time 14-21 Days
- Harvest Time 75-90 Days
- Best Season To Grow Spring, Early Sumner
- SunLight Needs Full Sun
- Water Requirements Low To Medium
- Height Of Maturity 45-70 CM
- None GMO Yes
- UK Native No (Mediterranean)
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🌿 Growing & Care Guide
Sage is a resilient, aromatic perennial herb known for its soft grey-green leaves and deep earthy flavour. A cornerstone of kitchen herb gardens, it’s also a magnet for bees and a symbol of wisdom, wellness, and sustainable living — perfect for home growers, school projects, and pollinator-friendly spaces.
🌿 Quick Facts
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Botanical Name: Salvia officinalis
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Type: Perennial evergreen herb
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Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
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Height: 18–30 inches (45–75 cm)
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Spacing: 12–18 inches apart
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Germination Time: 10–21 days
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Harvest Time: 75–90 days from sowing
🌞 How to Grow
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Start Indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost.
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Surface Sow: Press seeds gently onto moist compost. Do not cover — they need light.
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Keep Warm: Maintain 20–24°C until germinated.
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Transplant: Once seedlings are 3–4 inches tall and hardened off, transplant into well-drained soil or pots.
💧 Care Tips
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Watering: Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Sage prefers dry roots over soggy ones.
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Feeding: A light compost top-up in spring is usually enough.
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Pruning: Trim back after flowering to encourage bushy regrowth and prevent woody stems.
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Container Growing: Thrives in pots with good drainage — ideal for patios and windowsills.
🌼 Growing Sustainably
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Pollinator Friendly: Beautiful purple-blue flowers attract bees and butterflies.
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Drought Tolerant: Once established, sage needs little watering — perfect for water-wise gardens.
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Long-Lived: One plant can provide flavour and habitat for years with minimal input.
✂️ Harvesting
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Begin light harvesting once plants are established.
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Pick young, tender leaves for the best flavour.
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Regular picking promotes fuller plants and delays flowering.
Tip: Dry leaves by hanging small bunches upside down in a cool, dark place — store in an airtight jar.
❄️ Overwintering
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Hardy in most UK regions, especially when established.
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Mulch around the base in cold winters.
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Trim woody growth in spring to revive shape and vigour.
🌿 Strength, Flavour & Longevity
At Urban Harvests Co, sage represents more than seasoning — it’s a resilient, aromatic anchor in every sustainable garden. Grow it for flavour, beauty, and biodiversity. 🌱💚