Sage, White
Salvia apiana
Description: White Sage is a striking, aromatic perennial shrub known for its silvery-white leaves and tall spikes of delicate, pale lavender flowers. Highly valued for its fragrant foliage and drought tolerance, this sacred plant thrives in dry, sunny landscapes, making it a standout addition to herb gardens, xeriscapes, and pollinator-friendly spaces. Revered in traditional practices, White Sage is both a visually stunning and culturally significant plant.
Wildlife Benefits: White Sage’s nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it an important pollinator plant. Its dense foliage also provides shelter for beneficial insects and small wildlife.
Medicinal & Cultural Benefits: Traditionally used in Indigenous cultures for spiritual cleansing and purification, White Sage is also valued for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Its leaves are commonly dried for smudging, herbal infusions, and natural remedies to support respiratory health and overall wellness.
Native Status: Native to the arid regions of the southwestern United States, White Sage thrives in hot, dry conditions and can be grown successfully in well-drained soils in warm climates.
Pollinator Friendliness: With its long-lasting blooms, White Sage serves as an essential nectar source for bees and hummingbirds, supporting biodiversity in the garden.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 3–5 feet
Spacing: 24–36 inches
Sun/Shade: Requires Full Sun
How to Grow: White Sage thrives in sandy, well-draining soil and prefers minimal watering once established. Avoid overwatering, as it is highly drought-tolerant. Prune lightly after flowering to encourage new growth, and allow some flower stalks to remain for reseeding. Best suited for warm climates, it may need protection from excessive moisture in humid regions.
Grow White Sage for its beauty, ecological value, and traditional significance—a resilient, aromatic plant that enhances both landscapes and cultural connections.
Available in 2.5 inch and 4.25 inch (quart) pots.
Salvia apiana
Description: White Sage is a striking, aromatic perennial shrub known for its silvery-white leaves and tall spikes of delicate, pale lavender flowers. Highly valued for its fragrant foliage and drought tolerance, this sacred plant thrives in dry, sunny landscapes, making it a standout addition to herb gardens, xeriscapes, and pollinator-friendly spaces. Revered in traditional practices, White Sage is both a visually stunning and culturally significant plant.
Wildlife Benefits: White Sage’s nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it an important pollinator plant. Its dense foliage also provides shelter for beneficial insects and small wildlife.
Medicinal & Cultural Benefits: Traditionally used in Indigenous cultures for spiritual cleansing and purification, White Sage is also valued for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Its leaves are commonly dried for smudging, herbal infusions, and natural remedies to support respiratory health and overall wellness.
Native Status: Native to the arid regions of the southwestern United States, White Sage thrives in hot, dry conditions and can be grown successfully in well-drained soils in warm climates.
Pollinator Friendliness: With its long-lasting blooms, White Sage serves as an essential nectar source for bees and hummingbirds, supporting biodiversity in the garden.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 3–5 feet
Spacing: 24–36 inches
Sun/Shade: Requires Full Sun
How to Grow: White Sage thrives in sandy, well-draining soil and prefers minimal watering once established. Avoid overwatering, as it is highly drought-tolerant. Prune lightly after flowering to encourage new growth, and allow some flower stalks to remain for reseeding. Best suited for warm climates, it may need protection from excessive moisture in humid regions.
Grow White Sage for its beauty, ecological value, and traditional significance—a resilient, aromatic plant that enhances both landscapes and cultural connections.
Available in 2.5 inch and 4.25 inch (quart) pots.
Salvia apiana
Description: White Sage is a striking, aromatic perennial shrub known for its silvery-white leaves and tall spikes of delicate, pale lavender flowers. Highly valued for its fragrant foliage and drought tolerance, this sacred plant thrives in dry, sunny landscapes, making it a standout addition to herb gardens, xeriscapes, and pollinator-friendly spaces. Revered in traditional practices, White Sage is both a visually stunning and culturally significant plant.
Wildlife Benefits: White Sage’s nectar-rich flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it an important pollinator plant. Its dense foliage also provides shelter for beneficial insects and small wildlife.
Medicinal & Cultural Benefits: Traditionally used in Indigenous cultures for spiritual cleansing and purification, White Sage is also valued for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Its leaves are commonly dried for smudging, herbal infusions, and natural remedies to support respiratory health and overall wellness.
Native Status: Native to the arid regions of the southwestern United States, White Sage thrives in hot, dry conditions and can be grown successfully in well-drained soils in warm climates.
Pollinator Friendliness: With its long-lasting blooms, White Sage serves as an essential nectar source for bees and hummingbirds, supporting biodiversity in the garden.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 3–5 feet
Spacing: 24–36 inches
Sun/Shade: Requires Full Sun
How to Grow: White Sage thrives in sandy, well-draining soil and prefers minimal watering once established. Avoid overwatering, as it is highly drought-tolerant. Prune lightly after flowering to encourage new growth, and allow some flower stalks to remain for reseeding. Best suited for warm climates, it may need protection from excessive moisture in humid regions.
Grow White Sage for its beauty, ecological value, and traditional significance—a resilient, aromatic plant that enhances both landscapes and cultural connections.
Available in 2.5 inch and 4.25 inch (quart) pots.