Icterina Golden Sage is a compact woody perennial herb used for culinary and medicinal purposes. The strongly aromatic green leaves with chartreuse to golden edges are topped by short flower spikes with tiny blue flowers in spring. Sage in the garden deters many pests while attracting beneficial pollinators. Grows best in full sun and well draining soil. Drought tolerant once established. Sage has been valued to aid digestion, colds, sore throats and inflammation. Use in the kitchen to round off a savory dish or add complexity to a beverage.* Type: Shrub , Herb Origins: Northern Mediterranean Height: 1' - 2' Spread: 1’ - 2' Spacing: 1.5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 - 8 Culture: Full Sun Bloom Color: Blue Season of Interest: Spring , Summer MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance plant. Susceptible to root rot if soils too moist. LANDSCAPE USES: Medicine Garden, Kitchen Garden, Mass Plantings, Cottage Gardens, Containers, Pollinator Garden COMPANIONS: Rosemary, Strawberries, Tomatoes IMAGES: Petar43 , Salvia officinalis Icterina 1 , CC BY-SA 4.0 , (2) Petar43 , Salvia officinalis Icterina 4 , CC BY-SA 4.0 , (2) Salicyna , Salvia officinalis Icterina 2018-07-09 4527 , CC BY-SA 4.0 *ServeScape does not take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally.