Salvias
Salvia officinalis with oregano in background There are sages (Salvia) for almost any garden. Annuals, perennials, or shrubs; low and spreading to tall and upright; sun or shade loving; moist or dry soils or anywhere in between. If you are unsure what a particular sage needs, look it up or consult your nursery professional before adding it to your garden. One of the most reliable low-water sages for full sun is Cleveland sage (Salvia clevelandii), and one of the best varieties is ‘Winifred Gilman’. The spikes of bright lavender-blue to purple flowers in early summer are memorable, especially