Salvia Aurea - Plant Profile and Care

One of the more interesting of the salvia species is Salvia Aurea or 'Golden Sage' (syn Salvia africana lutea) is . Foliage is a nice silvery green color and in itself is attractive, however the flowers are brown rusty colour with a lime green calyx a real standout when in full flower.

Reaching around 1.5 the best flowering time is in summer through to autumn

Like most slavias care is not difficult, prune lightly at regular intervals to promote new growth. Hard pruning can take place when the flowers stop.

Full sun is best and a well drained humus rich soil is the best for this one

Salvia Aurea has perhaps a shorter flowering period than some, but again attractive to birds, easy care and those unusual flowers as well.

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