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Seed Germination Kit

Sage Seed Starter Grow Kit

BOTANICAL NAMESalvia officinalis

USD 10.99

100 in stock

Sage brings velvety gray-green leaves and a savory, peppery punch to stuffing, brown butter, and roasted meats.

GERMINATION10-21 days
SUNLIGHTFull Sun (6-8 hours daily)

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Germination01

10-21 days

Light02

Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)

Temperature03

65-75F

Hardiness04

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THE PLANT NOTEBOOK

Sage care, from seed onward.

Botanical name
Salvia officinalis
Common names
Garden Sage
Family
Lamiaceae
Genus
Salvia
Species
S. officinalis
01

Start growing

Full sun, great drainage. Do not overwater.

02

Growing with your kit

‘Heat soak’ in Seeds In A Cup® greenhouse mimics Mediterranean roots.

03

Propagation

By seed or cuttings.

04

Seasonal growth & harvest

Blooms early summer; purple spikes.

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Growing conditions

Sunny hillsides, alkaline soil.

06

Weather & tolerances

Drought tolerant; frost hardy.

07

Pests & plant health

Powdery mildew.

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Plant safety

Safe for consumption.

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Botanical features

Woody perennial sub-shrub, pebbly leaves.

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Varieties

‘Purpurascens’, ‘Tricolor’.

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Garden & everyday uses

Traditional meat seasoning

12

Native range & distribution

Mediterranean native.

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Conservation

Secure.

14

Name origins

Latin ‘salvere’ (to save/heal).

15

History

Roman holy herb.

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How do I grow Sage from seed?

Moisten the included soil, sow your Sage seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit.

How long do Sage seeds take to germinate?

Sage seeds typically sprout in 10-21 days at 65-75F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.

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