common sage
Salvia officinalis 'Aurea'
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division,Stem Propagation,Root Cutting,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6 - 9
Flowers:
Lilac-blue Flowers
Sun:
full sun,filtered shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
gold,yellow
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Common sage (Salvia officinalis 'Aurea') does best when watered in moderate amounts and on a regular schedule. It should be watered roughly every 7-10 days and to the point that the soil feels damp. The moisture of the soil should not be allowed to dry out completely. During periods of high temperatures, the sage may require additional watering. When watering, it is important to avoid wetting the leaves of the plant.
sunlight
Common sage (Salvia officinalis 'Aurea') should be grown in a sunny location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Morning sunlight is best, with afternoon shade or dappled sun for the hottest months. In areas with hotter summers, partial shade is recommended for optimal growth.
pruning
For Common Sage (Salvia officinalis 'Aurea'), pruning should be done twice per year - once in the late winter before the plant starts to bud and a second time in mid summer after the plant has bloomed. Pruning away dead or damaged stems and branches from winter damage the previous year should be done in late winter. Pruning in the summer should be light and focus primarily on removing leggy, overgrown and weak-looking stems and branches. Be sure to always cut just above a leaf node to promote bushy, healthy growth. It's also important to limit how much is pruned at 1 time so as not to shock the plant.
