Blackcurrant Sage
Blackcurrant Sage (Salvia microphylla ‘Blackcurrant’)
A fragrant, fruity sage with vibrant cerise pink flowers and a sweet blackcurrant‑like aroma 🍇
🌿 Blackcurrant sage is a beautiful, aromatic shrubby sage known for its bright cerise pinkflowers and sweet, fruity scent. When the leaves are gently rubbed, they release a distinctive blackcurrant‑like fragrance that feels warm, uplifting, and slightly sweet. Its bushy habit, colourful blooms, and long flowering season make it a standout in borders, containers, and wildlife‑friendly gardens. It thrives in warm, sunny spots and brings both beauty and flavour to the garden.
Blackcurrant sage offers a sweet, fruity, lightly herbal flavour that works beautifully in drinks, desserts, and aromatic dishes.
• Excellent in herbal teas, adding a soft blackcurrant note
• Lovely with fruit salads, berries, and summer desserts
• Delicious infused into syrups, cordials, and cooling drinks
• Works well with poultry and pork, adding a gentle fruity lift
• Flowers make a beautiful edible garnish for cakes, salads, and cocktails
Flavour profile: fruity, sweet, lightly herbal with a soft blackcurrant aroma
