Salvia officinalis 'Icterina'

Also Known As

Common Sage
Garden Sage
Variegated Golden Sage

Plant type

shrub, herb

size

H: 18"-20"
W: 10"-12"

planting zones

7a-10b

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Salvia officinalis 'Icterina' plant details

Salvia officinalis 'Icterina' is a broadleaf evergreen herb or shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salvia officinalis 'Icterina'

Plant type: herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 10 IN - 12 IN - wide, 18 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, culinary, fragrant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salvia officinalis 'Icterina'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Similar to above, but the green leaves have a wide golden margin, resulting in a subtle honey hue. Hardy to 15F.

By: Native Sons

Mounding perennial herb with fragrant lavender blue flowers in summer, growing 18-20 inches tall..likes sun..used as ornamental and a culinary seasoning.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Gardening facts about Salvia officinalis 'Icterina' plant

How to Grow Salvia officinalis 'Icterina'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- variegated
- gold
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen