Salvia officinalis 'Purpurascens'

Common name(s): purple sage

Description: perennial; an attractive, evergreen culinary sage with low, spreading growth and aromatic, purple-green leaves. Also popular for ornamental use. Seldom flowers.

Height: to 2 ft. Spread: to 30 in.

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Uses: medicine, ornamental, culinary- savory dishes, stuffing, herbal tea, liqueurs and bitters

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below