Apple Sage (Salvia pomifera)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Salvia pomifera is an evergreen Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from May to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavour, resembling lavender and common sage. — The leaves have a strong odour and flavour, resembling lavender and common sage.; They are used as an adulterant of sage as a commercial food flavouring.; An infusion of the herb is used to make a tea.; Very fragrant, it is called 'fascomiglia'.

Habitat & North American Range

Rocky slopes, limestone cliffs and macchie from sea level to 800 metres in Turkey. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)