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Common Sage 'Icterina' (Salvia officinalis 'Icterina')

Icterina Sage
Icterina foliage
Icterina habit
Icterina flowers

Overview

Salvia officinalis 'Icterina', also known as 'Aurea Variegata', is a beautiful variegated culinary sage with irregular golden-yellow margins on gray-green leaves. The foliage color is brightest in spring and fall. It retains the classic sage flavor and produces lavender-blue flower spikes in early summer.

Taxonomy

Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Salvia
Species: officinalis
Cultivar: 'Icterina' (syn. 'Aurea Variegata')

Uses

Edible leaves for culinary use. Ornamental in herb gardens, mixed borders, and containers. Full sun, well-drained soil. Grows 18–24 inches tall. Less vigorous than plain species; protect from extreme heat and wet winters.

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