Growing Sage in Zone 7A

Sage is a beautiful, aromatic perennial herb essential for poultry seasoning and fall cooking.

Zone 7A enjoys a long growing season. You can often get two plantings of cool-season crops (spring and fall).

Top Growing Tips

• Perennial in zones 5-8 — may struggle in hot, humid climates
• Prune woody growth in spring to encourage new soft shoots
• Don’t overwater — sage prefers lean, dry conditions
• Purple and tricolor varieties are ornamental as well as culinary
• Replace plants every 3-4 years as they become too woody

Companion Planting

Good companions: rosemary, cabbage, carrots, strawberries

Avoid planting near: cucumbers

Harvest Timeline

Harvest leaves lightly in the first year; freely thereafter

About Zone 7A

USDA Hardiness Zone 7A has an average last spring frost around Apr 5 and first fall frost around Oct 28. All planting dates above are calculated from these frost dates. Your specific location may vary — check with your local extension office for the most accurate dates.