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Salvia officinalis 'Sage, Golden'
Sage, Golden
This charming cultivar has green leaves with irregular yellow margins. It forms a 1.5- to 2-foot-tall and wide bush with woody stems that may be trimmed back to newly emerging growth or strong stems in spring.In early to mid-summer, it occasionally sends up lavender-purple flower spikes; it has both ornamental andculinary qualities in an herb garden.
- Golden-variegated sage with soft savory flavor
- Ornamental foliage brightens herb plantings
- Prefers lean soil and excellent drainage
- Excellent for poultry, stuffing, and butter sauces
- Category: Herbs
- Hardiness Zone: 5-9
- Height: 18-30 in
- Spread: 18-24 in
- Spacing: 18 in
- Temperature: 25 to 90°f
Soil Moisture
| • | Dry Soil |
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Cold Tolerant |
| • | Container |
| • | Cut and let regrow |
| • | Dried Flower/Foliage |
| • | Heat Tolerant |
| • | Perennial |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Salvia officinalis 'Sage, Golden'
These Mediterranean herbs need full sun and excellent drainage. Avoid wet feet and overly rich soil, which reduces flavor and longevity. Harvest lightly and often, and trim woody plants after flowering to keep them compact.