Salvia 'Golden'
Sage
![Salvia 'Golden' Sage from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-3641.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural
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- Golden sage has chartreuse leaves edged in gold
- Produces purple flowers in the spring
- Has same aromatic and flavor as traditional sage
- Its cream-colored leaves are decorated with an almost lime green patch in the center
![Border or Bed](image/chars/char-112.png)
Border or Bed
![Container](image/chars/char-110.png)
Container
![Heat Tolerant](image/chars/char-76.png)
Heat Tolerant
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Summer](image/chars/char-40.png)
Summer
![Attracts Hummingbirds](image/chars/char-115.png)
Attracts Hummingbirds
![Attracts Pollinators](image/chars/char-141.png)
Attracts Pollinators
Interesting Notes about Sage:
Golden sage is related to the mint family. A cultivar of the standard variety, Salvia officinalis
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Tends to get woody and leggy, so pruning is essential.
Avoid pruning out the woody material unless it is dead, as this can result in die back
Height: 24-30 in
Spread: 18-24 in
Spacing: 24-26 in
Price Level 1: $4.99 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color: Chartreuse, Green
Zone: 5-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Heat Tolerant
- Border or Bed
- Container
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Variegated
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Fall
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Pollinators
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water