The Old Farmer's Almanac Heirloom Broad Leaved Sage Seeds - Premium Non-GMO, Open Pollinated, USA Origin, Herb Seeds

Resilient and beautiful with gray-green leaves, Broad Leaved Sage has a bold, earthy fragrance and a slightly peppery flavor ideal for a variety of culinary, medicinal and decorative uses. Premium, non-GMO, open pollinated, heirloom Broad Leaved Sage Seeds from The Old Farmer's Almanac are packed for the current growing season and will provide high germination rates next year as well.
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Freshly Packed: These seeds are packed for the current growing season and will provide high germination rates next year as well.

Premium Packaging: All seeds from The Old Farmer’s Almanac are packaged in individually styled packets ideal for gifts, storage or immediate use. Each packet displays the flower, vegetable, plant or herb variety on the front with instructions and plant facts on the back.

Sow indoors with strong light, in 1/4 inch deep holes, 6-8 weeks before the last frost. To aid germination keep soil warm and moist, but well drained. When danger of frost has passed, transplant 3-4 inch seedlings outside to full sun. Water consistently and thin down spacing once plants are established. Light tip pruning promotes bushy growth; but it is best to let plants become established before the first true harvest. Sage is wonderful fresh or hung in bundles to use dry.

For best results transplant young seedlings; and thin down to 18 inch spacing once established.

for the best flavor snip leaves any time after the plant has matured. Never take more than half the plant. After flowers stop blooming, cut to the branch to encourage additional growth.

Wit & Wisdom: Anyone who has sage planted in their garden is reputed to do well in business. Read The Old Farmer's Almanac Sage Growing Guide!

Companion Planting: Rosemary & sage deter carrot flies; making them great companion plants for carrots!

Help Your Plants Thrive with Weed Control: Weeds compete with vegetables, flowers and other plants for water, space and nutrients. Give your plants their best life by keeping weeds under control with Organic Weed Barrier Paper, mulch or careful weeding.

Are Your Seeds Heirloom? What are Heirloom Seeds?
Heirloom Seeds (sometimes called Heritage Seeds) are open pollinated vegetable and herb seed strains that have been planted, grown and harvested for several generations (usually more than 30 or 50 years depending on the variety) with consistent results. Heirloom seeds are always non-GMO and are never hybrids. All of our vegetable and herb seeds are heirloom seeds.

Are Your Seeds Non-GMO? What Does Non-GMO Mean?
Non-GMO means seeds (or other products) that were produced without genetic engineering and were not derived from GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms). All of our seeds are non-GMO.

Where do Your Seeds Come From?
Most of the seeds offered on our site are USA Origin seeds sourced from certified US based suppliers. We do also source a small number of seeds from other countries. To view the specific origin of any of our current seed offerings, check the seed packet or look in the specifications for "Country of Origin" on any product page.

Are Your Seeds Packed for the Current Growing Season?
All of our seed packets are packed for the current growing season. If stored properly they will provide high germination rates for 1-2 additional years as well.

How Can I Store My Seeds Safely for Use in the Future?
Our seeds will generally retain their high germination rates for several years from the date of purchase. If you're planning on saving your seeds for us in the future, the most important thing to remember that seeds like to be stored where it is cool, dry and dark. The easiest way to ensure this for long term storage at home is to double-seal your seeds inside two zipper style bags and then place them in the freezer. (Make sure you label your seeds for future reference if they're not in original packaging.) When you're ready to plant your seeds, take just the ones you want to use out of the freezer and let them sit on a counter, in a covered container, for a few days to thaw and stabilize before being planted. To preserve germination rates, minimize temperature, light and humidity fluctuations by storing your seeds at the back of the freezer and only taking them out when you're ready to use them.

The Package with my Seeds in was Left Outside in Freezing and/or Rainy Weather. Will the Seeds Still Work?
As long as your seeds have not gotten wet they should work fine. Freezing temperatures will not hurt the seeds.

Are Your Seeds Treated?
No. The USDA Certified Organic Program prohibits the use of treated seeds. All of our seeds -- whether certified organic or not -- are untreated.

The Old Farmer's Almanac Sage Seeds (Broad Leaved Sage)

UPC Code 850008688164
Seed Count Approximately 70 Seeds Per Gram
Packed for Year These seeds are packed for the current growing season and will provide high germination rates next year as well.
Country of Origin Netherlands
Packaging Packet or Resealable Pouch
Seed Type Non-GMO, Premium, Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Herb
Life Cycle Perennial
Hardiness Zone USDA 4-8
Scientific (Latin) Name Salvia Offcinalis
Growth Medium Soil
When to Plant Spring (Indoors)
Planting Depth 1/4 Inch
Plant Spacing 18-24 Inches
Row Spacing 18-24 Inches
Light Preference Full Sun
Soil Preference Sandy, loamy, well-drained soil
Moisture Preference Drought tolerant. Allow soil to dry out a bit and then thoroughly water.
Time to Germination 14-21 Days
Time to Maturity / Harvest 75-80 Days
Growth Habit Upright/mini shrub
Plant Height 24-30 Inches
Edible Yes - Flowers, stems and leaves