Salvia aurea syn: Salvia africana-lutea

Common name(s): dune sage, beach sage, golden sage

Description: perennial; a semi-evergreen shrub native to rocky slopes and sand dunes in the Cape Provinces of South Africa. Vigorous, upright growth with aromatic, gray-green foliage and huge bronze-orange flower spikes in summer. Used medicinally to treat respiratory ailments. Requires lean, fast-draining soil to thrive.

Height: to 4 ft. Spread: to 6 ft.

Position: full sun and lean, well-draining soil

Uses: medicine, ornamental, to attract pollinators

Winter Hardiness: to 15 F and below

Distribution: South Africa (Cape Provinces)