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Salvia officinalis 'Icterina' (golden sage)
Salvia officinalis 'Icterina' (golden sage)
Compact culinary sage · Green & yellow variegated foliage · Mild flavor for Zones 5-9
📦 Shipping is charged at real carrier rates.We don’t mark up shipping—costs reflect distance from our nursery and careful plant packing.
🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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Golden Sage ‘Icterina’ is a versatile culinary herb with soft green leaves edged in creamy yellow. Its variegated foliage adds brightness and texture to herb gardens, borders, and containers, making this plant both ornamental and practical.
More compact than standard sage varieties, ‘Icterina’ forms tidy, low-growing shrubs that stay manageable in small spaces. Its leaves have a mild, pleasant sage flavor, making it well suited for cooks who prefer a softer taste.
In mild climates, golden sage remains evergreen, providing year-round color and structure. It performs reliably in edible landscapes and decorative plantings with minimal maintenance.
WHY GARDENERS LOVE IT
- Green and yellow variegated foliage
- Compact, space-saving growth
- Mild-flavored culinary leaves
- Evergreen in mild climates
- Strong performance in containers
- Drought tolerant once established
HOW IT GROWS
- Plant type: Evergreen or deciduous shrub
- Sun: Full sun to light shade
- Soil: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil
- Water: Low to moderate once established
- Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9
- Growth habit: Compact, bushy, shrubby perennial
SIZE & FOLIAGE
- Height × Width: ~1.5 ft. × 3 ft.
- Foliage: Variegated green and golden-yellow leaves
- Flowering: Pale lavender-blue flowers in late spring to early summer
- Fragrance: Light, classic sage aroma
PLANTING TIPS
- Plant in a sunny, well-drained location
- Avoid soggy or low-lying areas
- Raised beds improve performance in heavy soils
- Provide good airflow between plants
- Works well near kitchens and patios
CARE MADE EASY
- Prune lightly in spring to maintain shape
- Remove woody or damaged stems
- Harvest regularly to encourage fresh growth
- Mulch lightly in colder zones
- Replace older plants as they become woody
CULINARY & GARDEN USES
- Fresh or dried leaves for cooking
- Poultry, meats, and stuffing
- Herbal teas
- Decorative container plantings
- Edible garden borders
Edible uses are shared for educational purposes.
BEST USES
- Culinary herb gardens
- Patio containers
- Raised beds
- Mixed borders
- Cottage gardens
- Edible landscaping
HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU
Choose Golden Sage ‘Icterina’ if you:
- Want an ornamental edible herb
- Prefer compact, tidy plants
- Enjoy mild-flavored sage
- Grow in full sun
- Garden in Zones 5–9
- Need container-friendly herbs
POT SIZE: 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot
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What to Expect With Your Plants
What size plants will I receive?
Most plants ship in 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” band pots—ideal for healthy root growth.
Top growth varies by variety and season, but every plant arrives well-rooted, actively growing, and ready to plant.
Grown naturally without artificial heat or lights, our plants are hardy, adaptable, and ready to thrive in real garden conditions.
When will my plants ship?
We schedule plant orders based on your area’s average last frost date and when each plant is truly ready to ship. You’ll receive an email with your estimated ship date once your order is scheduled.
Orders ship Monday–Wednesday via UPS or USPS (2–3 day service), so your plants arrive before the weekend and spend less time in transit. Shipping begins in spring—usually mid-April—when weather and plant health align, so your plants arrive strong, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.
Do you guarantee your plants?
We stand behind our plants and our packing process. While we can't control weather or how plants are cared for after arrival, we do guarantee that your plants will arrive healthy and in good condition. If there's an issue, just reach out and we're happy to help.
Are your plants inspected for plant health and disease?
Yes. Our nursery is inspected at least twice each year by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and meets state plant health and disease standards.
Why does shipping cost what it does for live plants?
Shipping live plants requires careful packaging, seasonal timing, and fast transit to ensure they arrive healthy.
Our shipping rates are calculated in real time based on box size, weight, and destination, and we always select the best available option for safe, timely delivery.
We never inflate shipping costs — you pay what it costs us to ship your order safely.
Have more questions?
We want you to feel good about your plant order. Find answers about shipping, sizing, care, and guarantees in our full FAQ.