100 Italian Sage Seeds (Salvia officinalis)
Common culinary sage, Salvia officinalis, is an aromatic perennial herb with gray-green leaves and seasonal flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seedlings can vary, and the page does not claim a specific regional cultivar or certification.
Why Choose This Product?
- Classic culinary herb for sunny beds and containers
- Perennial habit in suitable climates
- Flowers can support visiting pollinators
- No medicinal outcome or certification claim
What’s in the Pack?
One packet containing approximately 100 Italian/common sage seeds.
Growing Information
- Plant type: perennial culinary herb in suitable climates
- Light: full sun
- Soil: sharply drained; avoid persistently wet roots
- Water: moderate while establishing, less frequent once rooted
- Harvest: take modest leaf harvests after plants are established
Planting Instructions
- Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last expected frost or sow outdoors after conditions warm.
- Sow shallowly, about 1/8–1/4 inch deep.
- Keep the medium lightly moist until emergence.
- Harden off seedlings before transplanting.
- Space plants about 18–24 inches apart and avoid overwatering.
Important: Use as a culinary herb in normal food amounts. This listing makes no medical or therapeutic claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Salvia officinalis perennial?
It is a perennial herb in climates where winter conditions are suitable, though cold or wet soils can reduce survival.
Does sage need full sun?
Full sun and excellent drainage generally produce sturdy, aromatic growth.
Can sage grow in a container?
Yes. Choose a pot with drainage and avoid keeping the root zone constantly wet.
How long can germination take?
Sage seed often emerges in roughly 1–3 weeks under stable warmth, but results vary.
When can leaves be harvested?
Begin light harvests after the plant is established; avoid removing most growth at once.
Where can I buy Italian sage seeds for sale?
Seed World offers this 100-seed packet online with sowing and care guidance.
