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This heirloom culinary herb is prized for its smoky purple new growth that matures to attractive silvery-green foliage, adding year-round color and fragrance to herb gardens, containers, and landscape borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn early summer, Purple Sage produces spikes of lavender-blue flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Its aromatic leaves offer the classic earthy sage flavor, making it a favorite for stuffing, roasted meats, soups, sauces, and herb butter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Botanical Name: Salvia officinalis 'Purpurascens'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Common Name: Purple Sage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Pot Size: 3.5-Inch Nursery Pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Plant Type: Evergreen to Semi-Evergreen Herbaceous Perennial (depending on climate)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Mature Height: 12–24 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Mature Spread: 12–24 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Foliage: Deep Purple when young, maturing to Silvery Green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Flower Color: Lavender-Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Bloom Time: Early Summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Light: Full Sun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Water: Low once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Soil: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Edible culinary herb with classic sage flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Beautiful purple foliage that changes to silvery green\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Fragrant leaves for cooking and fresh herb gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Drought tolerant after establishment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Deer resistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Perfect for herb gardens, raised beds, borders, and patio containers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Culinary Herb Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Kitchen Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Pollinator Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Cottage Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Raised Beds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Rock Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Container Gardening\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairs beautifully with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• English Lavender\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Common Thyme\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Rosemary\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Purple Coneflower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Sedum 'Autumn Joy'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil. Allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings once established. Lightly prune in early spring to encourage compact, bushy growth and remove any winter damage. Harvest leaves regularly to promote fresh growth throughout the season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Ships as a healthy live plant in a 3.5-inch nursery pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Plants are carefully packaged to retain moisture and protect roots during shipping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Plant size and appearance naturally vary by season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Shipping may be delayed during periods of extreme heat or freezing temperatures to help protect live plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Guarantee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe carefully inspect every plant before shipping. If your order arrives damaged, please contact us within 48 hours with photos of both the plant and its original packaging. We will gladly provide a replacement or refund when appropriate. Minor wilting, slight dryness, or the loss of a few leaves during shipping is normal and plants typically recover with proper care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Living plants naturally vary in size and appearance throughout the growing season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Listing photos represent plants at different stages of growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• We recommend planting during spring or fall for the best establishment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plantingpartners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51961417269569,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/9.52-2026-07-10T173644.569.jpg?v=1783679816","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/3-5-inch-purple-sage-live-plant-salvia-officinalis-purpurascens-culinary-herb-edible-sage-pollinator-friendly-aromatic-herb","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}