Sage Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom

leaves for stuffing, roasts, beans, and tea whenever you need them. It is a handsome, hardworking herb that looks as good in the border as it tastes on the plate. Who it's for A great choice for beginners who want a herb that keeps giving. Sage is drought tolerant and low maintenance once it settles in, so it suits busy gardeners, and because it is a perennial, a single planting rewards you for several seasons. If you cook hearty, savory food, you will reach for it often. How & when to plant Start sage seeds indoors about 6 to 8 weeks before your last spring frost, or sow directly once the soil has warmed. Barely cover the seeds, since they need a little light, and keep them warm and moist. Germination is slow, often 10 to 21 days, so be patient. Grow sage in full sun with soil that drains well, and space plants about 18 to 24 inches apart. Our Sage growing guide has the full details. Growing & care Sage likes it on the drier side, so let the soil dry a little between waterings and avoid heavy, soggy ground. Give it full sun and good airflow, trim it back lightly each year to keep it bushy rather than woody, and it will happily return spring after spring in most gardens. Harvest Snip sage leaves as you need them once the plant is established, taking a little from each stem so it keeps its shape. The flavor is strongest just before the plant flowers. Leaves are wonderful fresh, and they also dry well for the pantry. Benefits & uses Sage is a cornerstone of savory cooking. Use the leaves with poultry, pork, and sausages, in stuffing and bean dishes, or steeped into a simple herbal tea. The flowering plants also draw bees, so a sage plant earns its place in both the kitchen and the garden. Why gardeners keep sage on hand Our sage seed is heirloom, non-GMO, and untreated, chosen for strong germination and packed fresh by a licensed seed dealer based in the USA. Plant it once and enjoy it for years, saving seed from your own plants along the way. Choose the pack size that fits your garden and get started.