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Leggy Growth in Sage

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Sage is a woody Mediterranean herb with velvety grey-green leaves used in stuffing and pasta dishes

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Sage care requirements

These care conditions are most relevant to leggy growth in Sage. Check each one as a potential cause.

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Light
Full sun.
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Fertiliser
Minimal.
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Symptoms to look for in Sage

  • fiber_manual_recordLong, weak, stretched stems
  • fiber_manual_recordLarge gaps between leaves
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Common causes in Sage

  • fiber_manual_recordInsufficient light
  • fiber_manual_recordLack of pruning
  • fiber_manual_recordSeasonal low light
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How to diagnose leggy growth in Sage

Plants lean towards light source or grow tall and thin in low light conditions.

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How to treat leggy growth in Sage

Move to brighter location. Prune to encourage bushy growth. Supplement with grow light.

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Preventing leggy growth in Sage

Provide adequate light. Regular pinching back of growing tips.

Other Sage problems

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