{"title":"Organic Sage","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganically grown sage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalvia nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e also called 'woodland sage', blooms with long sturdy flower spikes of about 60 centimeters high. The flowers themselves consist of numerous small purple or white lipped flowers that are in dense flower clusters, which are known to be a real magnet for pollinators such as bees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are lanceolate, which means they are elongated and pointed. The leaves have a light hairiness which gives them a soft appearance. The scent of the leaves is spicy and aromatic. Adding Salvia nemorosa to your garden can therefore not only be visually appealing, but also sensorially appealing because of the scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalvia flowers from June to August and in good weather conditions they can flower again in the autumn if the faded flower stems are cut off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan I use Woodland sage as a herb?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe herb sage is popular in the kitchen, for example in salads or warm dishes, because it has many good properties. This also applies to the purple \u003ca title=\"Buy organic purple Sage at Bloemoloog.nl\" href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en\/products\/organic-salvia-nemorosa-caradonna-woodland-sage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/products\/bio-salvia-nemorosa-caradonna-bossalie\"\u003e'Caradonna'\u003c\/a\u003e and the white \u003ca title=\"Buy organic white Sage at Bloemoloog.nl\" href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en\/products\/organic-salvia-nemorosa-schneehugel-woodland-sage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/products\/bio-salvia-nemorosa-schneehugel-bossalie\"\u003e'Schneehügel'\u003c\/a\u003e forest sage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea can be made from the fresh and dried leaves of salvia. This has a beneficial effect on respiratory diseases such as asthma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Buy White Sage at Bloemoloog.nl\" href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en\/products\/organic-salvia-nemorosa-schneehugel-woodland-sage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/products\/bio-salvia-nemorosa-schneehugel-bossalie\"\u003eWhite sage\u003c\/a\u003e is widely used as incense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow, where and when do I plant woodland\u0026nbsp;sage?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalvia nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e is a perennial plant that can be planted all year round. The rhizomes can be planted immediately after receipt. Plant all roots so deep that the young green leaves are just above the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. Sandy or loamy soils are ideal as they drain excess water and keep the roots healthy. Heavy clay soils can become too soggy and the plants can be susceptible to root rot. Improving the soil structure by adding organic matter such as compost can improve drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant it in the middle of the border or in pots, together with the slightly lower ones\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Buy organic lucky clover at Bloemoloog.nl\" href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en\/products\/organic-oxalis-deppei-iron-cross-lucky-clover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/products\/bio-oxalis-deppei-iron-cross-geluksklavertje\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eOxalis deppei\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e'Iron Cross'\u003c\/a\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaring for the woodland sage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide plenty of water, especially during dry spells, and consider using a layer of mulch around the plant to retain moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the first bloom in the summer, the faded flower stems are cut back for a possible second bloom in the fall. The following spring, the dead or damaged parts can be removed to stimulate new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive a balanced feed annually for best results. For organic potting soil, plant food and other soil improvers we recommend\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bio-kultura.nl\/Overige-bodemverbetering\" title=\"Bio Kultura soil improvement\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.bio-kultura.nl\/Overige-bodemverbetering\"\u003eBio Kultura\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eon!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter 5 years, the rhizomes can be divided. (This can also be done earlier, but we recommend doing this every 5 years.) Tear or cut the root into smaller pieces and distribute them elsewhere in the garden. This will rejuvenate the plant and allow it to grow well again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin of the Salvia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalvia is a large genus of flowering plants in the \u003cem\u003eLamiaceae\u003c\/em\u003e family. The genus Salvia contains over 900 species worldwide and is native to various parts of the world, including Europe, Asia, North and South America, Africa, and the Middle East. They grow in a variety of environments, from dry deserts to humid forests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin of the woodland sage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSalvia nemorosa is native to southeastern Europe and western Asia. It occurs in countries such as Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey and parts of the Caucasus. It feels at home in various environments, such as open woodlands, grasslands and along the edges of woodlands. The name '\u003cem\u003enemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e' is derived from the Latin word 'nemorosus' which means 'wooded'.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy sage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom January to June, organic woodland sage can be ordered at Bloemoloog.nl.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bio-salvia-nemorosa-caradonna-bossalie","title":"Organic Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' - Woodland sage","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic purple\u0026nbsp;woodland\u0026nbsp;sage\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe purple \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalvia nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Caradonna'\u003c\/strong\u003e , also called 'woodland sage' or 'violet sage', blooms with long sturdy flower spikes of about 60 centimeters high. The flowers themselves consist of numerous small purple lipped flowers arranged in dense flower clusters. The leaves are lanceolate, meaning they are elongated and pointed. The leaf has light hair, which gives it a soft appearance. The scent of the leaf is spicy and aromatic. So adding Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' to your garden can not only be visually appealing, but also sensorially appealing due to its scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt blooms from June to August and in good weather conditions it can bloom again in the autumn when the spent flower stems are cut off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalvia nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Caradonna' is known to be a real magnet for pollinators, such as bees and bumblebees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow, where and when do I plant\u0026nbsp;woodland sage?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSage is a perennial plant that can be planted all year round. The rhizomes can be planted immediately after receipt. Plant all roots so deep that the young green leaves are just above the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant it in a sunny position in \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewell-drained soil. Sandy or loamy soils are ideal because they drain excess water and keep roots healthy. Heavy clay soils can become too moist and the plants may be susceptible to root rot. Improving soil structure by adding organic matter such as compost can improve drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant it in the center of the border or in pots, together with the white \u003cem\u003eSalvia nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Schneehugel' or with the slightly lower \u003cem\u003eOxalis deppei\u003c\/em\u003e 'Iron Cross'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare of the\u0026nbsp;woodland sage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide plenty of water, especially during dry spells, and consider using a mulch around the plant to retain moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the first flowering in the summer, the spent flower stems are cut off for a possible second flowering in the autumn. The following spring, the dead or damaged parts can be removed to stimulate new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a balanced diet annually for best results. We recommend \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bio-kultura.nl\/Overige-bodemverbetering\" title=\"Bio Kultura soil improvement\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.bio-kultura.nl\/Overige-bodemverbetering\"\u003eBio Kultura\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efor organic potting soil, plant food and other soil improvers\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter 5 years the rhizomes can be divided. (This can also be done earlier, but we recommend doing this every 5 years.) Tear or cut the root into smaller pieces and distribute them in other places in the garden. This way the plant is rejuvenated and grows well again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUse as a spice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe herb salvia is popular in the kitchen, for example in salads or hot dishes, because it has many good properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea can be made from the fresh and dried leaves of salvia. This has a beneficial effect on respiratory diseases such as asthma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite sage is widely used as incense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy Organic \u003cem\u003eSalvia nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Caradonna'\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkal NL-BIO-01 certified: 109459\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaged individually or choose a stacking discount!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStacking discount:\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan be ordered from January '26!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEU shipping €8.95 - \u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e from €100 purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e you are buying the bare roots!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ecwid-description-table\" style=\"font-size: 14px;\" data-mce-style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJune - August\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting time:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll year round\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting depth:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen above the ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting distance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 per m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e70 cm high\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlower diameter:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5cm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocation:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial shade, sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil PH:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLoam, sandy soil - Slightly alkaline\/neutral\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter hardiness:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtremely hardy\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentral Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFamily:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eLamiaceae\u003c\/em\u003e (lipflower family)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePurple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBee-friendly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuality:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUndivided\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOther sage:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBio Salvia nemorosa 'Schneehügel'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"106\" width=\"159\" alt=\"Skal organic quality mark - NL-BIO-01\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/EU_Organic_Logo_Colour_OuterLine_rgb.jpg?v=1730902844\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNL-BIO-01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloemoloog","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46818513912152,"sku":"163","price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/BioSalviaNemorosa_Caradonna_-BossaliesalviakopenBloemoloog.nl_1.webp?v=1741979770"},{"product_id":"bio-salvia-nemorosa-schneehugel-bossalie","title":"Organic Salvia nemorosa 'Schneehügel' - White Woodland Sage","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic white Woodland sage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalvia nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Schneehügel'\u003c\/strong\u003e , also called 'woodland sage' or 'White sage', blooms with long sturdy flower spikes of about 60 centimeters high. The flowers themselves consist of numerous small white lipped flowers that grow in dense flower clusters. The leaves are lanceolate, meaning they are elongated and pointed. The leaf has light hair, which gives it a soft appearance. The scent of the leaf is spicy and aromatic. So adding Salvia nemorosa 'Schneehugel' to your garden can not only be visually appealing, but also sensorially appealing due to its scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt blooms from June to August and in good weather conditions it can bloom again in the autumn when the spent flower stems are cut off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike many other salvias, 'Schneehügel' attracts pollinating insects such as bees and butterflies. This contributes to the ecological value of the plant and can also be beneficial for other plants in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow, where and when do I plant woodland sage?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSage is a perennial plant that can be planted all year round. The rhizomes can be planted immediately after receipt. Plant all roots so deep that the young green leaves are just above the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlant it in a sunny position in\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ewell-drained soil. Sandy or loamy soils are ideal because they drain excess water and keep roots healthy. Heavy clay soils can become too moist and the plants may be susceptible to root rot. Improving soil structure by adding organic matter such as compost can improve drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant it in the center of the border or in pots, together with the purple \u003cem\u003eSalvia nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Caradonna' or with the slightly lower \u003cem\u003eOxalis deppei\u003c\/em\u003e 'Iron Cross'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare of the woodland sage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide plenty of water, especially during dry spells, and consider using a mulch around the plant to retain moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the first flowering in the summer, the spent flower stems are cut off for a possible second flowering in the autumn. The following spring, the dead or damaged parts can be removed to stimulate new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide a balanced diet annually for best results. We recommend \u003ca title=\"Bio Kultura soil improvement\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bio-kultura.nl\/Overige-bodemverbetering\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.bio-kultura.nl\/Overige-bodemverbetering\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBio Kultura\u003c\/a\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efor organic potting soil, plant food and other soil improvers\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter 5 years the rhizomes can be divided. (This can also be done earlier, but we recommend doing this every 5 years.) Tear or cut the root into smaller pieces and distribute them in other places in the garden. This way the plant is rejuvenated and grows well again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUse as a herb\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe herb sage is popular in the kitchen, for example in salads or hot dishes, because it has many good properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea can be made from the fresh and dried leaves of sage. This has a beneficial effect on respiratory diseases such as asthma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite sage is widely used as incense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-mce-selected=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBuy Organic \u003cem\u003eSalvia nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Schneehügel' - Skal NL-BIO-01 certified: 109459\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaged individually or choose a stacking discount!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStacking discount:\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan be ordered from January '26!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEU shipping €8.95 - \u003cstrong\u003eFree shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e from €100 purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e you are buying the bare roots!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"font-size: 14px;\" class=\"ecwid-description-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJune - August\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting time:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll year round\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting depth:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen above the ground\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanting distance:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 per m²\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 cm high\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlower diameter:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5cm wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLocation:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial shade, sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil PH:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoam, sandy soil - Slightly alkaline\/neutral\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter hardiness:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtremely hardy\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCentral Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFamily:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eLamiaceae\u003c\/em\u003e (lipflower family)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhite\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBee-friendly:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuality:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUndivided\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOther sage:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBio\u0026nbsp;Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"106\" width=\"159\" alt=\"Skal organic quality mark - NL-BIO-01\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/EU_Organic_Logo_Colour_OuterLine_rgb.jpg?v=1730902844\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNL-BIO-01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloemoloog","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46818513977688,"sku":"164","price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/BioSalviaNemorosa_Schneehugel_-wittebossalieSalviakopenBloemoloog.nl_1.webp?v=1741980130"},{"product_id":"bio-salvia-superba-rose-queen","title":"Organic Salvia × superba 'Rose Queen'","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOrganic pink woodland sage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pink \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalvia × superba\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rose Queen'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as woodland sage, is a strong perennial that immediately stands out with its upright flower spikes reaching about 60 centimetres in height. It adds height and lightness to the border without becoming heavy. The many small, closely packed lip-shaped flowers glow in a warm rose-red colour, creating a full and vibrant display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fresh green foliage is elongated and lightly hairy, giving the plant a soft appearance. Rub a leaf between your fingers and the familiar aromatic scent of sage is released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Rose Queen' flowers from June through August. If you cut back the spent flower stems after the first bloom, you are often rewarded with a second flowering later in summer, provided the weather is favourable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalvia × superba\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rose Queen' is also highly attractive to bees and bumblebees, which readily visit the flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow, where and when to plant woodland sage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSalvia is a perennial plant that can be planted year-round. The rhizomes can be planted immediately upon arrival. Plant the roots deep enough so that the young green leaves are just above the soil surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant it in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Sandy or loamy soils are ideal, as excess water drains away quickly and keeps the roots healthy. Heavy clay soils can be too wet; improve them with compost if necessary to enhance structure and drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant \u003cem\u003eSalvia × superba\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rose Queen' in the middle of the border or in pots. It combines beautifully with white salvias such as \u003cem\u003eSalvia nemorosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Schneehügel' or with the slightly lower \u003cem\u003eOxalis deppei\u003c\/em\u003e 'Iron Cross'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide sufficient water, especially during dry periods. A layer of mulch around the plant helps retain moisture and keep the soil cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the first flowering in summer, the spent flower stems are cut back to encourage a second bloom. In spring, dead or damaged parts can be removed to promote new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a balanced (organic) fertiliser annually for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter about 5 years, the rhizomes can be divided (this can also be done earlier, but we recommend about every 5 years). Split or cut the root into smaller sections and replant them. This rejuvenates the plant and keeps it vigorous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUse as a culinary herb\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSage is traditionally used in the kitchen, for example in salads or warm dishes, due to its aromatic properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea can be made from fresh or dried leaves, traditionally used to support the respiratory system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/products\/bio-salvia-nemorosa-schneehugel-bossalie\" title=\"White sage 'Schneehügel'\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhite sage\u003c\/a\u003e is also often used as incense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBio \u003cem\u003eSalvia × superba\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rose Queen' ordering information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ Skal certified: 109459\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📦 Packed per piece or choose volume discount!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💰 Volume discount: \u003cstrong\u003eB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e❗ Please note: you are purchasing the rhizomes!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eJune – August\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePlanting time:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eYear-round\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePlanting depth:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eGreen above soil level\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePlant spacing:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e7 per m²\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHeight:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e60 – 70 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFlower diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e5 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePosition:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePartial shade, sun\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eLoamy or sandy soil – slightly alkaline \/ neutral\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eExtremely hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eGood\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCentral Asia\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFamily:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eLamiaceae\u003c\/em\u003e (mint family)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eColour:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePink\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBee-friendly:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFragrant:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003eQuality:\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eUndivided\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/collections\/bio-salvia\" title=\"All salvia from Bloemoloog\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOther sage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none;\" alt=\"Skal organic certification - NL-BIO-01\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/EU_Organic_Logo_Colour_OuterLine_rgb.jpg?v=1730902844\" width=\"159\" height=\"106\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNL-BIO-01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Bloemoloog","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56493328236888,"sku":"671","price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/files\/BioSalviaxsuperba_RoseQueen_metbij.webp?v=1768133353"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/1607\/5608\/collections\/Bio_Salvia_van_Bloemoloog.nl_button.jpg?v=1707380419","url":"https:\/\/bloemoloog.nl\/en-se\/collections\/organic-sage.oembed","provider":"Bloemoloog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}