SEED PACKAGE SAGE - 0.2 GRAM - CODE 3/38

Sage is one of the essential herbs and can be used to enhance virtually any dish. Start early indoors or outdoors after danger of frost.

Sage is one of the essential herbs and can be used to enhance virtually any dish 

TECHNICAL INFORMATION:

 HOW TO SOW AND PLANT: 

Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before last frost	Germination: 14-21 Days	Plant Outdoors: 12” Apart	Light: Full Sun
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors on surface of soil. Can also be directly sown outdoors two weeks after the last spring frost. Prefers rich, moist, well- drained soil. Divide every 3-4 years.

 
HOW TO GROW: 

  Sow sage seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost in spring

  Seedlings emerge in 14-21 days.

  Before planting in the garden, seedling plants need to be “hardened off”.

  Keep weeds under control during the growing season.

Seedlings emerge in 14-21 days

  Mulches also help retain soil moisture and maintain even soil temperatures.

  Keep plants well-watered during the growing season, especially during dry spells.

  Monitor for pests and diseases. Check with your local Cooperative Extension Service for pest controls recommended for your area.

HARVEST AND PRESERVING TIPS:

  Sage may be used fresh or dried. When used in cooking it is usually used dried.

  Sage may frozen chopped and in ice cubes.

  Sage may also be made into sage butter or infused in honey. It makes a great vinegar as well.