| | | Family | Labiatae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2 | | Care Level | medium | | Height | 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft) | | Spread | 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | | | | Description | Salvia officinalis (common sage) bears showy blossoms during early summer. This herbaceous perennial has foliage that is aromatic. | | Typical Uses | Annual and culinary. | | Special Characteristics | Butterflies are attracted to Salvia officinalis . | | |