Sage Plants

Sage(Salvia officinalis) is a hardy evergreen essential for culinary and landscaping use. Our peat-free and pesticide-free range includes high-yielding 'Grower's Friend', decorative Purple and Tricolor varieties, and unique fruit-scented sages.These drought-tolerant shrubs provide year-round harvests, architectural structure, and nectar-rich flowers for pollinators.

The Culinary & Kitchen Classics 

Ideal for: Roasts, Pasta Sauces, and Traditional Meat Seasoning.

For a productive kitchen garden, these varieties are the gold standard for flavour. Choose Sage ‘Growers Friend’ for the serious cook (non-flowering). For larger areas and batches of stuffing or herbal butter, Sage ‘Maxima’ offers giant leaves- a joy to harvest. The Narrow-leaved Sage has a peppery undertone for delicate sauces. These hardy culinary herbs are evergreen, for fresh seasoning all year.

Sage 'Growers Friend'
Salvia officinalis 'Growers Friend'
Sage 'Growers Friend'
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Narrow-leaved Sage
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Salvia lavandulifolia
Narrow-leaved Sage
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Sage
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Salvia officinalis
Sage
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Sage Maxima
Salvia officinalis ‘Maxima'
Sage Maxima
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Sage Tricolor
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Salvia officinalis 'Tricolor'
Sage Tricolor
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Sage Icterina
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Salvia officinalis ‘Icterina'
Sage Icterina
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Sage 'Snowflake'
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Salvia 'Snowflake'
Sage 'Snowflake'
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Sage 'Berggarten Variegated'
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Salvia officinalis 'Berggarten Variegated'
Sage 'Berggarten Variegated'
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Purple Sage
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Salvia officinalis purpurescens
Purple Sage
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Ornamental & Variegated Collection 

Ideal for: Garden Design, Year-Round Colour, Drought-Tolerance.

Ornamental and culinary Sage ‘Tricolor’, a visual treat with pink, white, and green splashed foliage. Sage ‘Icterina’ provides a reliable splash of gold. The unique appearance of Sage ‘Snowflake’ for a frosted, silver-themed border. Drought-tolerant plants which will maintain garden structure during dry summers the eco-friendly way.

A bushy Blackcurrant Sage plant with small green leaves and vibrant spikes of cerise pink flowers, perfect for a sunny sheltered garden.

Medicinal & Scented Saviours 

Ideal for: Aromatherapy, Herbal Teas, and Sensory Wildlife Gardens.

Sage is excellent for pollinators. The nectar-rich flowers are a magnet for bees, bridging the gap between a functional herb garden and thriving wildflower habitats. Clary Sage is a staple in the world of aromatherapy, prized for its calming, musky scent. Fruit-scented varieties offer a modern twist on the herbal tea garden with Blackcurrant Sage offering a sharp, uplifting aroma for a summer drink.

A bushy Blackcurrant Sage plant with small green leaves and vibrant spikes of cerise pink flowers, perfect for a sunny sheltered garden.
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Salvia microphylla var microphylla
Blackcurrant Sage
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Clary Sage
Salvia sclarea
Clary Sage
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Sage at a Glance
Feature Specification
Botanical Name

Salvia officinalis, Salvia microphylla (Blackcurrant), and Salvia sclarea (Clary)
Plant Type Hardy evergreen shrubs and biennials
Hardiness Mostly fully hardy (H4–H5), with some frost-hardy or half-hardy varieties
Sun Requirements Full sun
Soil Preference Well-drained, gritty, or sandy soil (avoid winter wet)
Growth Habit Ranges from compact mounds and architectural spikes to low-growing groundcover
Pollinator Value
Particularly attractive to bees and butterflies during the flowering season
Best Uses Culinary seasoning, herbal teas, ornamental borders, and sensory patio containers

Five Ways to Use Your Sage Collection 

For Aromatic Drinks: 

  • Fruity Twists: Add Blackcurrant Sage into summer cocktails or iced teas for a dark, berry-scented finish.
  • Decorative Ice: Freeze Sage ‘Tricolor’ leaves into ice cubes for a stunning, botanical drink garnish. 

For Savoury Cooking:

  • Crispy Toppings: Fry Purple Sage or ‘Growers Friend’ leaves in butter for a classic, nutty ravioli garnish.
  • Hearty Roasts: Use the giant leaves of Sage ‘Maxima’ to wrap meats, infusing them with deep, earthy aromas. 

For Garden Design: 

  • Textural Contrast: Create architectural focal point to borders using the massive, velvety leaves of Sage 'Maxima' against fine-leaved herbs.
  • Edible Edging: Use the low-growing, golden-edged Sage Icterina to create a colourful, functional boundary for kitchen garden beds.

For Pollinator Support: 

  • Bee Magnets: Let Sages or Blackcurrant Sage flower; their nectar is a favourite for bees and butterflies.
  • Wildflower Borders: Mix flowering sages into your borders to support local biodiversity all summer long. 

For Wellness & Health: 

  • Medicinal Teas: Steep Sage in hot water to create a traditional remedy for soothing sore throats.
  • Calming Scents: Use Clary Sage for its balancing aromatherapy properties and musky, relaxing fragrance. 

 

Sage planting & care guide

small pots of rosemary thyme sage mint parsley oregano- do not label them

Hardiness

Culinary Sages are fully hardy and will survive a typical UK winter. Blackcurrant Sage is half-hardy and requires a sheltered spot or frost protection to thrive.

Sun & Soil

Sage loves a "Mediterranean" environment—lots of sun and very well-drained soil. If you have heavy clay, plant in raised beds or pots with added grit.

Pruning

Trim lightly in spring to encourage new growth. Avoid cutting back into the old, "woody" stems as the plant may not regrow from the old wood.

Harvesting

Pick leaves year-round as needed. The flavour is most concentrated in the spring and early summer before the plant flowers. 

Growth Habit

Depending on the variety, these sages range from compact 30cm mounds perfect for pots to striking 1m architectural shrubs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which sage is best for medicinal use?

While many have health benefits, Clary Sage is the leader for aromatherapy, while Sage (Salvia officinalis) is the traditional choice for herbal teas and wellness remedies.
Is Sage ‘Snowflake’ edible?

Yes! Like ‘Icterina’ and ‘Tricolor’, Sage ‘Snowflake’ is fully edible, though it is often chosen for its stunning ornamental whitish silvery leaves.
Why should I choose Sage ‘Growers Friend’?

If your primary goal is culinary, this is the best variety. Because it rarely flowers, the plant focuses all its energy on leaf production, providing a longer harvest than standard varieties.

 
Does sage attract wildlife?

Absolutely. While we appreciate the foliage, pollinators love the nectar-rich flowers of Narrow-leaved and Blackcurrant Sage, making them great additions to a wildlife-friendly garden.
How do I stop my sage getting woody?

Regular harvesting and a light spring prune are key. If a plant like Sage Maxima becomes too leggy after several years, it is often best to replace it with a fresh, vigorous young plant.

Looking for something specific?  

Discover aromatic varieties perfect for gin, whisky, and botanical drinks, or browse nectar-rich plants that support bees and butterflies

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Further Reading

Explore our archive to master the art of growing and using this versatile herb in your own garden.

A purple leaved sage with purple flower spikes

The Sage Survival Guide: From Sunday Roasts to Garden Style

For more in-depth advice, see our sage survival guide, covering how to ensure a happy sage plant, alterntative uses and more.

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Propagating by Cuttings

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to take Sage cuttings, so that you can propagate your favourite varieties for free.

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