Salvia officinalis 'Tricolor'


Common name(s): tricolor sage


Description: perennial; an attractive, evergreen culinary sage with low, spreading growth and aromatic, tricolor leaves. Also popular for ornamental use. Seldom flowers.


Height: to 2 ft. Spread: to 30 in.


Position: full sun and well-draining soil


Uses: medicine, ornamental, culinary- savory dishes, stuffing, herbal tea, liqueurs and bitters


Winter Hardiness: to 5 F and below

Care: no special care needed, tip-pruning when young will promote branching and denser growth