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Suppress Weeds And Add Fragrance To Your Yard By Planting Sage
By NAOMI MEZA
Planting sage is an effective way to suppress weeds due to its sprawling growth habit and dense foliage, which covers large areas and leaves little room for weeds to take root.
A fragrant shrub from the mint family, this perennial ground cover not only keeps your garden free from unwanted plants but also fills it with a pleasant aroma and vibrant colors.
Sage also boosts the aesthetic value of your yard with its greenish-gray foliage and striking lavender-blue blooms, which appear in
late spring and attract beneficial pollinators.
Additionally, it serves as an excellent companion plant, thriving alongside herbs like rosemary and oregano, as well as vegetables such as cabbage, carrots,
and brassicas.
However, some cultivars can be invasive, so it's important to do your research. If you're looking for recommendations, lyreleaf sage and creeping sage are ideal for ground cover.
Lyreleaf sage is an evergreen, robust ground cover that can be walked on and mowed, while creeping sage spreads up to 10 feet wide, making it ideal for covering larger areas.