{"product_id":"icterina-sage-plant-uk-golden-variegated-culinary-sage","title":"Icterina Sage Plant UK - Golden Variegated Culinary Sage","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1yjoukj\" data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"146\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA stunning sage that brings colour as well as flavour\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"452\"\u003eIcterina Sage is one of the most beautiful varieties of culinary sage you can grow. Its striking golden-green variegated foliage brightens herb gardens, borders and patio containers throughout the year, while retaining the rich aromatic fragrance that has made sage a cherished garden herb for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"839\"\u003eBeautiful enough to grow as an ornamental feature yet wonderfully practical in the kitchen, this hardy perennial offers the perfect combination of colour, fragrance and culinary versatility. Whether you're harvesting fresh leaves for traditional recipes or creating a vibrant Mediterranean planting scheme, Icterina Sage rewards you with years of reliable growth and effortless beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"841\" data-end=\"844\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ewobku\" data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"884\"\u003eWhy Choose The Healing Herb Garden?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eOur plants are carefully grown and nurtured with patience and care, arriving healthy, well-rooted, and ready to thrive in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"xcqxqb\" data-start=\"1042\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1077\"\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003eSalvia officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Icterina'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Icterina Sage \/ Golden Variegated Sage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eUsually available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring–Autumn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003eFlowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e May–July\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft violet-blue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1aqllk4\" data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1304\" 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Plant during spring or autumn while the soil remains workable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2101\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow approximately 45–60cm between plants to encourage healthy airflow and bushy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2296\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003eContainers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows exceptionally well in pots with excellent drainage using a free-draining compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1htfj1v\" data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003eCare\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly while plants establish. Mature plants prefer slightly drier conditions and should not be overwatered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2444\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2444\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply compost or a light balanced fertiliser during spring if required. Avoid excessive feeding, which encourages soft growth and reduces the concentration of aromatic oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003eWinter care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in free-draining soil to prevent winter wet, which is more damaging than frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2736\" data-end=\"2739\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"131xha7\" data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2750\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2752\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003eLightly trim after flowering to maintain a compact, attractive shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2907\"\u003eAvoid cutting deeply into old woody stems where new growth is less likely to emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2968\"\u003eReplace older plants every few years to keep them vigorous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2970\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13xhf55\" data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"2987\"\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2989\" data-end=\"3052\"\u003eHarvest leaves whenever required throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3054\" data-end=\"3104\"\u003eYoung leaves provide the finest flavour and aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3165\"\u003eLeaves can be enjoyed fresh or dried for long-term storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3214\"\u003eRegular harvesting encourages fresh new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1h68iod\" data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3246\"\u003eWhy Grow Icterina Sage?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3248\" data-end=\"3652\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n1zs1u\" data-start=\"3248\" data-end=\"3326\"\u003eBeautiful golden variegated foliage provides year-round ornamental interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1l6uc7\" data-start=\"3327\" data-end=\"3387\"\u003eRich aromatic leaves perfect for traditional culinary use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uls6ff\" data-start=\"3388\" data-end=\"3446\"\u003eCombines ornamental beauty with practical kitchen value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"29tg2d\" data-start=\"3447\" data-end=\"3492\"\u003eProduces nectar-rich flowers loved by bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dz454j\" data-start=\"3493\" data-end=\"3536\"\u003eHardy, drought tolerant and easy to grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18tl9dv\" data-start=\"3537\" data-end=\"3596\"\u003eExcellent for herb gardens, borders and patio containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16jsxo6\" data-start=\"3597\" data-end=\"3652\"\u003eEvergreen foliage provides colour even during winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Healing Herb Garden","offers":[{"title":"Large - 9cm Pot","offer_id":57705655763326,"sku":null,"price":5.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0553\/6048\/7509\/files\/icterina-sage_2023e580-74d2-4578-b429-72b2711434cc.png?v=1784551703","url":"https:\/\/www.thehealingherbgarden.co.uk\/products\/icterina-sage-plant-uk-golden-variegated-culinary-sage","provider":"The Healing Herb Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}