English Sage

Description

English Sage is a classic culinary herb cultivated primarily for the strong, earthy flavour found in its broad, silvery-green leaves. This potent taste, which is savoury with hints of pine and citrus, is released when the leaves are chopped or cooked, retaining its strength even during long cooking processes. It is traditionally used as the essential seasoning for stuffing, sausages, and rich fatty meats like pork and goose, as well as being a staple in winter soups and bean dishes.

This plant is typically grown as a hardy, evergreen sub-shrub that forms a woody, bushy mound, providing year-round structure and foliage in the garden. It is generally tough and frost-tolerant, though it can become leggy and woody over time if not managed. For the best results and densest growth, plant it in a location with full sun. It is highly drought-tolerant once established and demands free-draining soil, as it will struggle and rot if left in damp, waterlogged ground.

Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only – The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.