Forming a substantial sub-shrub with extra large broad grey-felted leaves, this sage makes much needed contrast among the filigree foliage of artemisias and fennel. Has larger blue-purple flowers than the type. Growing here with the ferny foliage of Geranium malviflorum. Flowers and leaves edible.
Salvia officinalis 'Berggarten'
Common sage
Details
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Flower Colour | Blue | Purple |
| Flowering Period | May | Jun | Jul | Aug |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Goes Well With | Euphorbia, Oenothera, Helianthemum |
| Growth Habit | Shrubby |
| Hardiness | Fully hardy |
| Height | 60cm |
| Soil | Light, well-drained |
| Spread | 1m |
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