Sage, I think, deserves a place in any backyard. This tough, resilient and aromatic herb is one of my go-to plants that I return to time and again. Alongside lavender and rosemary, it is a must-have ...

When seeking out plants that can hold up to heat and periods of low water, it may be hard to find a candidate that offers flowers all summer long and into fall, but Russian sage (Salvia yangii) fits ...