How to Grow and Care for White Sage

White Sage, also known as Bee Sage, Sacred Sage, California White Sage, Sacred White Sage

White Sage is known for its resilience and low-maintenance nature, thriving in dry, sunny environments. The plant prefers well-draining soil and minimal water, making it more susceptible to overwatering than drought. A noteworthy special care point for white Sage is its sensitivity to cold; it requires protection from frost. Regular pruning isn't necessary but can encourage fuller growth.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing White Sage

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7.5
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	8-11

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White Sage exhibits a unique structure with herbaceous stems rising erect from a woody base to a height of 3 to 4 feet (91 to 122 cm). Its soft, foliage presents a distinctive gray-white color. In the flowering season, which occurs in spring and summer, white Sage produces white flowers that may fade to pale pink, arranged in whorls along the stems. Each leaf exudes a characteristic aroma due to the presence of essential oils and resins within the plant's tissue.