Genus Information
Sun Requirements
Salvia officinalis ‘Purpurascens’ [Purple Sage] prefers a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.Hardiness
Sage ‘Purpurascens’ is fully hardy.
Growth Information
Salvia officinalis ‘Purpurascens’ [Purple Sage] is quite a fast grower and in the right conditions will reach its full size in 2-5 years. It can reach heights of up to 1m and will spread up to 1m.
Flowering
Salvia officinalis ‘Purpurascens’ [Purple Sage] produces blue flowers. These flowers will be produced between July to August.
Foliage
Sage ‘Purpurascens’ is an evergreen plant and produces green and purple foliage. This plant produces fragrant foliage. and will benefit from some pruning in Spring.
Wildlife, Pests and Diseases
Salvia officinalis ‘Purpurascens’ [Purple Sage] can have problems with slugs and snails, and it tends not to have problems with diseases. It is also known to attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators and is not considered to be toxic.
Soil Requirements
Sage ‘Purpurascens’ requires a soil that stays slightly wet, but also has decent drainage and it can be planted in soil of any pH.