Companion Plant Guide
Cabbage
Aromatic cover that confuses cabbage moths.
Herb · Mint family
Sage companion plants
Salvia officinalis
What to plant beside sage, what to keep apart, and how to grow it — sun, spacing, soil and the pairings used in this guide.
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Overview
Growing sage beside the right neighbour
Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a herb in the Mint family. Perennial herb that repels pests and attracts pollinators.
Sage wants dry feet — plant it with the Mediterranean herbs, never with cucumber.
Give plants 18–24 in in full sun. Aim for well-draining, lean to moderate fertility. In most gardens the crop sits in USDA zones 4-11 and is ready in about 60-90 days.
Grows well with
What to plant with sage
The strongest companions for sage in this guide are Cabbage. Each pairing below is a reason to share a bed — pest masking, roots that do not compete, or insects that hunt the pests sage attracts.
In the bed
How to grow sage
| Sun | Full sun |
|---|---|
| Spacing | 18–24 in |
| Soil | Well-draining, lean to moderate fertility |
| Hardiness | Zones 4-11 |
| Days to maturity | 60-90 |
These notes sit beside the companion lists — they are how sage actually occupies the bed, not a substitute for local climate.
- Very drought tolerant
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Prune to maintain shape
- Divide every 3-4 years
Questions
Sage companion planting FAQ
What can I plant next to sage?
Plant Cabbage beside sage. Cabbage: Aromatic cover that confuses cabbage moths.
What should I not plant with sage?
Sage has no recorded antagonists in this guide.
How much sun does sage need?
Sage wants full sun. Space plants 18–24 in apart in well-draining, lean to moderate fertility.
How long does sage take to mature?
Most sage crops in this guide mature in 60-90 days, in hardiness zones 4-11.
Compare every pairing at a glance
Open the guide, pick sage, and see what thrives alongside it — and what quietly holds it back.
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