Salvia officinalis 'Tricolor' (Tricolor Common Sage )
Botanical Information
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Salvia |
| Species | officinalis |
| Cultivar | 'Tricolor' |
| Category | Perennials |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Often used in cooking, excellent addition to sausages, stuffings and fatty foods. The herb has a strong aromatic smell, can be used fresh or dried. Said to aid in digestive and antiseptic issues, sore throats and ulcers. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 6 - 9 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 5a - Requires cool season protection under glass. |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 - H3 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | (-21) - (-1) |
| Temperature (°F) | (-5) - 30 |
| Height | 30-46 cm |
| Spread | 30-46 cm |
| Flowering Period | May, June |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A spreading evergreen sub-shrub commonly used in cooking. |
| Landscape | Ideal for herb gardens, mixed borders and containers. |
| Cultivation | Well-drained soil in full sun, however, tolerates light shade. |
| Pests | Vulnerable to root rot in wet-soil. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Colourful greyish green leaves marbled with white, pink and purple. |
| Flower Description | Lavender blue flower spikes. |