herb variety in zone 5b
Purple sage in zone 5b
Purple · Salvia officinalis
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- Zone
- 5b -15°F to -10°F
- Growing season
- 165 days
- Days to harvest
- 75 to 90
The verdict
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About Purple
Mild sage flavor; deep purple-tinged foliage. Culinary and ornamental, especially striking in mixed beds. Slightly less hardy than green types.
Critical timing for zone 5b
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Common challenges in zone 5b
- ▸ Plum curculio
- ▸ Codling moth
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
Modified care for zone 5b
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Purple in adjacent zones
Other sage varieties for zone 5b
Frequently asked questions
- Will Purple sage grow in zone 5b?
Yes. Purple is recommended for USDA zones 5a through 8b, which includes zone 5b.
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Image: "Salvia leucantha (Mexican Bush Sage)", by Netherzone, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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