Salvia officinalis 'Tricolor' - tricolored sage

Salvia officinalis 'Tricolor' (tricolored sage) is an attractive and decorative herb with the following characteristics:

- **Height**: Typically grows to a height of 30-60 cm.
- **Width**: It is 40-50 cm wide, forming a dense bush.
- **Foliage**: The leaves are colorful, with a green base color complemented by white and pink shades. The oval-shaped leaves have a rough texture.
- **Blooming**: In summer, blue-purple flowers bloom, attracting bees and other pollinators.
- **Species Characteristics**: The 'Tricolor' variety is known for its distinctive colorful foliage, which adds special decorative value to gardens and rock gardens.
- **Uses**: The medicinal sage is widely used for culinary purposes, in medicinal applications, and as an ornamental plant for borders and in rock gardens.

The tricolored sage is drought-tolerant and prefers sunny locations, but it can also thrive in other soil types, provided that the drainage is adequate. Regular pruning and care can improve the shape and density of the plant.