Sage - Symbol of Redemption

Sage is an excellent windowsill plant due to its preference for full sun, distinctive aroma and renowned antioxidant qualities.  Often referred to as the herb of immortality, domestic virtue, health, and wisdom, Sage has had a significant role in many European cultures for centuries. Both used culinarily and medicinally, it was regarded as a sacred ceremonial herb by the Romans. 

Today, Sage plants are frequently perceived as a sign of insight and redemption. Its scientific name "salvia" translates to "salvation," signifying the power of its essential oils. Including Sage in your windowsill plant collection will inspire you for self-discovery, spark wise reflections, and lead to a feeling of redemption and enlightenment. 

You'll experience great texture and sensory observations with Sage's furry grayish-green leaves. Explore self-discovery as you reach for your sage windowsill plant, rub your fingers on the furry leaves, and smell the peppery aromatics. 

Sage is native to the Mediterranean coast and is known to grow well in well-drained soil. It can endure dry conditions and soils low in nutrients, though regular watering and a sunny windowsill promote growth. Sage leaves, either fresh or dried, can be integrated into various dishes to enhance flavor, particularly when seasoning meat dishes and soups. Additionally, the herb can be incorporated into bread dough for flavor.

This Sage windowsill plant comes in a 3-inch pot, ideal for a windowsill space. Mature sage plants might bloom camphor-scented, bluish-lavender to pink-lavender flowers.  Trim your sage stems and leaves regularly to encourage healthy, new growth and increase the likelihood of flower blooms.

As you grow your windowsill plant collection, you may transfer this Sage plant into a larger pot, and in healthy conditions this sage plant may grow up to to 36 inches. When mature and planted in-ground It is hardy to -10°F, but we strongly recommend bringing potted sage plants inside when temperatures are consistently below 50°F.