{"product_id":"maxima-sage-live-plant-salvia-officinalis-maxima-large-leaf-culinary-herb-starter-plant","title":"Maxima Sage Live Plant | Salvia officinalis 'Maxima' | Large Leaf Culinary Herb Starter Plant","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow a robust culinary favorite with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaxima Sage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egreenhouse-grown starter live plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e prized for its exceptionally large aromatic leaves, attractive silvery-green foliage, and outstanding culinary versatility. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalvia officinalis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 'Maxima', commonly known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaxima Sage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, is a hardy perennial herb valued for its vigorous growth and flavorful foliage. Its large leaves are excellent for seasoning poultry, pork, stuffing, roasted vegetables, soups, sauces, herb butters, and Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Its nectar-rich flowers also attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. With proper care, it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emay produce blooms under suitable growing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaxima Sage thrives in full sun and well-draining soil. Its dense, bushy growth habit provides season-long beauty in herb gardens, raised beds, borders, and patio containers. During late spring to early summer, spikes of soft lavender to violet-blue flowers may appear above the foliage, adding ornamental interest while supporting pollinators. Once established, this drought-tolerant perennial is easy to maintain and makes an excellent addition to both culinary and ornamental gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eone healthy, greenhouse-grown Maxima Sage starter live plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, carefully packaged for safe arrival.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌿 What's Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Maxima Sage Starter Live Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHealthy starter live plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreenhouse-grown plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarefully packaged for shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptionally large aromatic leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic savory sage flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilvery-green evergreen foliage in mild climates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMay produce blooms under suitable growing conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft lavender to violet-blue flower spikes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial pollinators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat and drought tolerant once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for herb gardens, borders, and 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