Description
Common name: Wood sage. Iúr sléibhe.
General:
This population originates from Co Down. Irish Grid reference: J573500.
Small perennial. Sage like soft green leaves. Flower spikes arising from basal leaves with small greeny yellow flowers.
Benefits:
Sole food plant of the wood sage flea beetle. Also a source for bees, butterflies, wasps and beetles.
Habitat:
Woodland, sandy dunes and heaths. Drier areas. Not found in central Ireland.
Sowing guidelines:
Sow from autumn to early spring in trays or modules, prick out into modules, then plant out when large enough.
Cultural history:
Upper leaves are edible.
Avg contents: 80 seeds.
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