Sage (Salvia) Seeds – Blue Sage (Salvia officinalis) 🌿

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Sage (Salvia) Seeds – Blue Sage (Salvia officinalis) 🌿

Type: Annual, Biennial, or Perennial
Height: 20-35 cm (8-14 inches)
Flower Color: Blue
Blooming Period: July to October 🌸
Growth Habit: Bushy, fragrant, and resilient plant
Soil Preference: Well-draining, fertile sandy loam or loamy soil

Description:

• Flower Characteristics: Aromatic blue flowers bloom from July to October; long, slender flower spikes resemble a mouse's tail.
• Sunlight Requirements: Prefers full sunlight, but can tolerate partial shade. 🌞
• Soil: Thrives in well-drained, fertile sandy loam or loamy soil with a pH of 5.5 to 5.8.
• Watering Needs: Moderately drought-tolerant once established; avoid waterlogging.
• Temperature: Prefers warm conditions, with a germination temperature of 20°C to 23°C (68°F to 73°F).
• Cold Tolerance: Can withstand temperatures as low as -15°C (5°F).
• Medicinal Uses: Flowers can be brewed into tea to help detoxify, reduce headaches, improve sleep, and fight infections. Fresh leaves offer beautifying properties. 🌿💧
• Uses: Ideal for flowerbeds, containers, or as a border plant in sunny locations.

Growing Tips:

• Sowing Method: Direct sow 3-5 seeds per hole and cover with a thin layer of vermiculite. Keep the soil moist until germination. 🌱
• Germination Time: 5-8 days at 20°C to 23°C (68°F to 73°F).
• Spacing: Thin out seedlings to 20-30 cm (8-12 inches) apart once they are 5-10 cm (2-4 inches) tall.
• Fertilization: Apply a diluted organic fertilizer or compound feed every 7-10 days. 🌿
• Pruning: Pinch out tips when seedlings have 3 pairs of true leaves to encourage branching and increase flowering. ✂️
• Pests & Disease: Blue Sage is generally pest-resistant, but keep leaves dry to prevent fungal growth.

Additional Notes:

• Heat Tolerance: Very heat-tolerant, perfect for sunny, dry climates.
• Winter Hardiness: Survives mild winters and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).
• Aesthetic Value: Attractive for garden landscapes, and also makes a great cut flower. 🌸