ZonePlant
Purple sage

herb variety in zone 6a

Purple sage in zone 6a

Purple · Salvia officinalis

Zone
6a -10°F to -5°F
Growing season
180 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 6a

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Common challenges in zone 6a

  • ▸ Brown rot in stone fruit
  • ▸ Japanese beetles
  • ▸ Spring frost damage to peach buds

Modified care for zone 6a

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Purple in adjacent zones

Other sage varieties for zone 6a

Frequently asked questions

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Will Purple sage grow in zone 6a?

Yes. Purple is recommended for USDA zones 5a through 8b, which includes zone 6a.

Image: "Salvia leucantha (Mexican Bush Sage)", by Netherzone, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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