What is Wild Wood Sage?! Commonly found in shaded to partially shaded, moist areas such as along stream banks, lake shores, marshes, prairies, ditches, and pastures. Wild Wood Sage wildflowers bloom pinkish purple in the spring through late summer from 4-inch (10 cm.) tufts of soft, green leaves with fluted or ruffled edges. Thtough the fall and winter, Wild Wood Sage has a distinct odor.