Baby sage
Salvia microphylla · Sages · Mint family
Also known as: Graham's Sage · Blackcurrant Sage · Littleleaf Sage
Easy60–120cmPet-friendlyEdible
Baby sage care at a glance
Baby sage (Salvia microphylla) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 10–28 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 10–28 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Baby sage
Possible pests on Baby sage include Aphids, Whitefly and Spider mites. A common disease is Stem rot. Also possible: Powdery mildew and Leaf spot. Baby sage is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Low
- Whitefly Low
- Spider mites Low
Disease
- Stem rot High
- Powdery mildew Medium
- Leaf spot Low
Weather
- Waterlogging High
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Frequently asked questions about Baby sage
- Which pests affect Baby sage?
- Possible pests on Baby sage include Aphids, Whitefly and Spider mites.
- Which diseases affect Baby sage?
- A common disease is Stem rot. Also possible: Powdery mildew and Leaf spot.
- Is Baby sage toxic to cats and dogs?
- Baby sage is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Baby sage need?
- Baby sage has a low water requirement.
- What light does Baby sage need?
- Baby sage prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Baby sage frost-hardy?
- Baby sage is frost-hardy and tolerates frost. Its lower limit is around -10 °C.
- Can you eat Baby sage?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves.