Common sage (Salvia officinalis)


Pronunciation:	SAL-vee-uh
Alternative botanical names:	none
Alternative common names:	Garden sage
Family:	Lamiaceae
Native to:	Mediterranean
USDA zones:	5-8
Sunset zones:	all zones
Hardy to:	unknown
Exposure:	sun
Water:	will tolerate drought and neglect
Height x width:	32" x 36"
Flowers in:	Spring
Colors:	lavender
Fragrance:	highly aromatic
Additional comments:	This herb is widely used in cooking.