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Salvia officinalis 'Icterina'

Family Labiatae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 20 - 40 cm (8 - 16 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Salvia officinalis 'Icterina' (golden common sage) yields medium blue and fragrant blossoms during early summer to mid summer. This plant has evergreen foliage that is deep green and light brown in colour. Salvia officinalis 'Icterina' (golden common sage) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, culinary, cut flowers, edging and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Salvia officinalis 'Icterina' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.