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Sage

Sage is listed botanically as Salvia officinalis. It may also be listed as kitchen sage, common sage, garden sage. Woody perennial herb with savory flavor. PlotPal's canonical care record lists full sun and lower water needs. The current taxonomy reference places it in the genus Salvia and in the family Lamiaceae. Its source-backed growth habit is listed as subshrub, shrub, forb/herb. PlotPal currently carries Sage as an outdoor growing and herb reference. Recorded garden roles include culinary herb. Growing note: Drought tolerant. Prune after flowering. Replace every 4-5 years. Very hardy. Propagation or sowing note: Direct seed indoors, harden seedlings off before transplanting outside. Plant-health prevention note: Ensure good drainage, avoid overwatering, space properly Pest-prevention note: Encourage beneficial insects, hand-pick slugs The current reference lists an average harvest time of about 75 days, where harvest timing applies. Common pests in the reference include Aphids, Spider mites, Slugs. Common plant-health issues in the reference include Powdery mildew, Root rot. Use this guide as practical growing context, then adjust decisions to the actual weather, soil, container or bed, variety, and conditions in your garden.