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(Best months for growing Sage in Australia - tropical regions)
May: Best grown in large pots or planter boxes as sage cannot cope with very wet soil.
Sage grows well from seeds but it is slow developing.
One plant will usually be enough for the average household.
A plant grown from a cutting will be ready to use in about 3 months.
Stake or protect from strong winds, otherwise the plant may snap off the main stem.
Sage will grow almost anywhere as long as it is in full sun for most of the day. Sage does not like soil that is moist all the time - avoid frequent watering even in the middle of the summer.
The leaves are used to flavour stuffing and meat dishes.
Sage keeps well if dried.
This planting guide is a general reference intended for home gardeners. We recommend that you take into account your local conditions in making planting decisions. Gardenate is not a farming or commercial advisory service. For specific advice, please contact your local plant suppliers, gardening groups, or agricultural department.
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