The plant is adapted to dry conditions and prefers well-drained, neutral soil.
Sage tolerates cold winters and is suitable for cultivation in Montana.
Sage can be used as a whole spice, and an essential oil can be distilled from the plant. Dalmatian sage, from S. officinalis , is considered to be superior for oil production. No harvest was done the first year. Border rows were not included. Plants were air dried and the entire top distilled.