In the right location, steppe sage can be described as easy to care for. He loves light and warmth and in turn is loved and coveted by insects. With this plant you ensure a rich life in your garden.
Woodland sage needs little care in the right location
Plant steppe sage
The ideal planting time for steppe sage is spring. But you can also plant it in the fall. Then make sure that it has enough time to grow well before winter or before the first frost.
Before planting, water the root ball thoroughly. Never set it lower than it was previously in the ground or in the container. The distance between the individual plants should be about 30 - 50 cm depending on the species.
Water and fertilize steppe sage
Since the steppe sage also tolerates occasional drought, it should only be watered a little during the flowering period. He needs fertilizer twice a year. Give it the first dose before it sprout in spring, the second after pruning in July.
Multiply steppe sage
Steppe sage is relatively easy to propagate. Either sow it or take cuttings. Propagation by division is also possible. From March you can sow the steppe sage in the warm and bring it forward.
Annual varieties are suitable for propagation by cuttings. Cut a few unwoody shoots about 15 cm long, remove the lower leaves and place the shoots in pots with moist potting soil. Place the pots in a warm and bright place until the shoots have rooted.
Cut steppe sage
If you cut back the steppe sage in July after flowering, you will give it the chance of a second flowering in autumn. However, this cut is not essential for the plant. Winter pruning takes place in spring or late autumn so that the plant can sprout again.
The essentials in brief:
- loves sun and warmth
- plant sheltered from the wind
- tolerates drought
- Flowering time mostly June to July, sometimes also September
- water during flowering
- fertilize twice a year
tips
Plains sage is an excellent bee pasture and will also attract a variety of other insects to your garden.