Gold Sage. A bushy subshrubby perennial with aromatic, yellow and green variegated leaves. Rarely produced, pale blue flowers in summer. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Salvia officinalis ‘Icterina’
A bushy subshrubby perennial with aromatic, yellow and green variegated leaves. Rarely produced, pale blue flowers in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Salvia |
|---|---|
| Species | officinalis |
| Varietry | 'Icterina' |
| Common Name | Gold Sage |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | yellow, green |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Herb garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
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