Golden Sage Herb 12cm

(Salvia officinalis Icterina)

Height/spread: 70cm

Flowers: Pale blue sage flowers in summer

Sun/shade: Happy in sun or light shade.

Maintenance: Evergreen herb. Deadhead after flowering. Prune in the spring. 

Soil: Requires well drained soil that does not get too wet in the winter.Preferably not acidic.

Harvesting: Pick leaves when needed.

Cooking uses: Leaves are strongly flavoured. Use to enrich meat dishes. Sage tea is also said to be good for colds and sore throats as a gargle.