When to plant sage in Burcher
- Plant seedlings: late Jan to late AprBurcher area, semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: early Aug to late NovBurcher area, semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Burcher. Microclimates vary: frost hollows and hills run later.
A hardy Mediterranean herb with soft grey leaves, well suited to Adelaide's dry summers. Plant in full sun with sharp drainage and water sparingly once established. Trim after flowering to keep it bushy, and replace plants every 4 to 5 years when they go woody.