Grow the ancient, silvery-leaved Sage (Salvia officinalis)—a highly aromatic herb treasured for its earthy flavor and healing properties.
Bring Flavor, Fragrance & Pollinators to Your Garden!
Sage is a perennial evergreen shrub with soft, grey-green leaves and tall spikes of lavender-blue flowers. Perfect for seasoning roasted meats, stuffing, butter sauces, and herbal teas, it also serves as a medicinal herb for respiratory and digestive health.
Product Features:
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Seed Type: Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO
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Seed Count: 200+ seeds per packet
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Germination Rate: 70–85%
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Germination Time: 10–21 days
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Leaf Flavor: Earthy, slightly peppery with camphor undertones
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Plant Habit: Woody perennial; 45–60 cm tall and wide
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Flower Color: Purple-blue spikes (attract pollinators!)
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Packaging: Eco-friendly, resealable pouch
Growing Conditions (Pakistan):
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Sowing Season (Direct or Nursery): February to April or September to October
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Transplanting: 4–6 weeks after sowing, once plants are 10–15 cm tall
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Temperature Range: 15 °C – 28 °C
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Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
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Watering: Low to moderate—allow soil to dry between waterings
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Soil: Well-drained, sandy-loam or gritty compost; pH 6.0–7.0
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Spacing: 30–40 cm between plants
Why Grow Sage?
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Culinary staple: for meats, sauces, stuffings, teas & infused oils
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Medicinal uses: supports digestion, throat health & memory
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Drought tolerant: thrives in dry, sunny conditions once established
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Pollinator magnet: purple flowers attract bees & butterflies
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Low maintenance: long-living perennial with minimal care
