Sage Berggarten
$4.99
4.5” Pot
'Berggarten' sage (Salvia officinalis 'Berggarten') is a compact, highly productive culinary herb featuring large, velvety silver-gray leaves and a robust, shrubby habit. It grows 1-2 feet tall and wide, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, making it perfect for borders or containers. It is prized for its culinary, ornamental, and pollinator-friendly value.
Key Characteristics & Care
- Appearance: Large, broad, velvety gray-green leaves with an upright, bushy form.
- Flowers: Occasionally produces spikes of lavender-blue or purple flowers in late spring/early summer.
- Hardiness: Hardy in USDA Zones 5-8.
- Light/Water: Requires full sun and drought-tolerant once established; do not overwater.
- Maintenance: Low maintenance; prune in early spring to maintain shape.
- Spacing: Space plants 18-24 inches apart.
Uses
- Culinary: Excellent for seasoning poultry, pork, sausages, and stuffing.
- Ornamental: Ideal for herb gardens, containers, and edging due to its tidy, attractive foliage.
- Pollinators: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
- Pest Control: Generally deer-resistant.
'Berggarten' is often considered a superior culinary, more compact version of common sage