A really great two tone variegation on this lovely kitchen herb! Woodcote Sage is as easy to grow as it is beautiful. Powdery mildew resistant, dwarfing habit and drought tolerant! An easy plant to pop in the border and add to your baked dishes whenever the mood strikes.

Latin Name: Salvia officinalis ‘Woodcote’
Site and Soil: Full sun and very well-drained soil.
Hardiness: Hardy to -15° F.
Size at Maturity: 2 ft in height by 2-4 feet wide.
Bloom Time: Spring
Pests & Diseases: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen on our plants here in Portland
USDA Zone: 5

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A very interesting Mediterranean herb that has had a multitude of uses over the centuries, mostly medicinal but there are some reports of rue being used in small amounts in various culinary recipes. The foliage on the Jackman’s Blue Rue clone is strikingly blue and adds excellent texture to the garden with its pinnately divided leaves. Very drought tolerant once established and the flowers are beloved by pollinators.

Latin Name: Ruta graveolens
Site and Soil: Full sun and very well-drained soil.
Hardiness: Hardy to -20° F.
Size at Maturity: 2 ft in height by 2-4 feet wide.
Bloom Time: Spring
Pests & Diseases: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen on our plants here in Portland
USDA Zone: 5

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One of our favorite forms of variegation, the Tricolor Sage shows off purples, greens, and creamy whites on its beautifully textured leaves. Just as delicious as the standard sage for culinary uses but with a big splash of color in the garden or on your pork or chicken. Or tofu! Sorry, didn’t mean to leave out the vegans!

Latin Name: Salvia officinalis ‘Tricolor’
Site and Soil: Full sun and very well-drained soil.
Hardiness: Hardy to -15° F.
Size at Maturity: 2 ft in height by 2-4 feet wide.
Bloom Time: Spring
Pests & Diseases: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen on our plants here in Portland
USDA Zone: 5

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An excellent textured sage that’s been around for many years and has stood the test of time. Originally selected in the UK an planted around walls and terraces around Powis Castle. The fern-like silvery foliage is very aromatic and is gorgeous in bouquets. Best in well drained soil in full sun, and preferably not where summers are too wet and humid.

Latin Name: Artemisia arborescens x absinthium
Site and Soil: Full sun and very well-drained soil.
Hardiness: Hardy to -5° F.
Size at Maturity: 2-3 ft in height by 2-4 feet wide.
Bloom Time: Spring
Pests & Diseases: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen on our plants here in Portland
USDA Zone: 6b

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The deepest blue flowers on any sage we’ve tried growing here, Marine Blue Sage is a very easy to grow, drought tolerant flowering sub-shrub that’s perfect for the sunny border. Flowers emerge in late summer and last for a long time and are frequently visited by bees and hummingbirds. The dusty grey foliage contrasts perfectly with the deep marine blue flowers.

Latin Name: Salvia chamaedryoides ‘Marine Blue’
Site and Soil: Full sun and very well-drained soil.
Hardiness: Hardy to 15° F.
Size at Maturity: 2 ft in height by 2-4 feet wide.
Bloom Time: Spring
Pests & Diseases: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen on our plants here in Portland
USDA Zone: 8b

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A very special and sacred sage in many cultures, White Sage has many uses including repelling insects, freshening the aroma of a room or practicing the sacred practice of smudging. Much loved by bees as well, hence its specific epiphet “apiana”. Please be respectful of indigenous practices and traditions if you choose to use this herb in a tradition that is not your own. Hardy to around 15° F. if winters are dry enough, otherwise can easily be grown in a pot with well-draining soil.

Latin Name: Salvia apiana
Site and Soil: Full sun and very well-draining soil.
Hardiness: Hardy to 15° F.
Size at Maturity: 2 ft in height by 2-4 feet wide.
Bloom Time: Spring
Pests & Diseases: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen on our plants here in Portland
USDA Zone: 8b

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