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Genus: Salvia Species: officinalis Common Name: Common Salvia Family: Lamiaceae Order: Lamiales Native: Southern Europe to Asia Minor Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 1 to 3 feet Width: 2 to 2.5 feet Flowering Season: Summer Flower Color: Purple, pink, blue, red or white Propagation: Seed, division or stem cutting Zone: 4-8 Note: The foliage of this herb is aromatic, and is used fresh or dried in seasoning and cooking. This plant is suitable for herb, perennial, and cottage gardens. The flowers of Common Sage attract butterflies and bees. Monitor plant for root rot, especially in very wet soils. Prefers sunny, fairly dry, well-drained, ordinary garden soil.