Herbs

Salvia officinalis 'Berggarten Variegated'

Variegated Berggarten sage

Also known as: Berggarten Variegated garden sage

Berggarten Variegated sage ('Berggarten Variegated'), photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company; Propagation is prohibited.

Cream-edged, gray-green leaves give this culinary sage a brighter look than plain Berggarten. Its aromatic foliage forms a bushy, woody-based plant for herb beds, sunny borders and pots; light purple flowers may appear in early summer. Good drainage is especially important in winter. Protect from excess winter wet; the RHS H5 rating describes UK conditions, not guaranteed Kentucky survival.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: About 1½–3¼ ft. (RHS range) tall × About 1½–3¼ ft. (RHS range) wide
Water: Moist, well-drained to well-drained soil
Hardiness: RHS H5 (UK rating: −15 to −10°C; not a USDA zone)
Bloom: Light purple; early summer

Sizes & prices

4.5"$6.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Drought: Tolerant once established.
Wet soil: Avoid waterlogging, especially in winter.

Culinary uses

Edible parts: Aromatic leaves.
Uses: Season stuffing, sausages and savory dishes; use fresh or dried.

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Gray-green leaves with cream margins; evergreen in suitable conditions.

Growing & care

Soil: Moderately fertile, freely draining soil.
Pruning: Light spring shaping; trim spent flower spikes.
Harvest: Pick young leaves during active growth.

Shape lightly in spring and remove finished flower spikes. Protect roots from excess winter wet.

Sources & photo credits

Royal Horticultural Society

University of Minnesota Extension

Photo: Berggarten Variegated sage ('Berggarten Variegated'), photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company; resized for web without enlargement. · Ball customer promotional-use photo license

Image notes: Berggarten Variegated sage ('Berggarten Variegated'), photo courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company; resized for web without enlargement. Propagation is prohibited.

Reviewed 2026-09-29. Growing conditions vary by location.