Salvia ‘Golden Fountain’ – Forsythia Sage
Salvia ‘Golden Fountain’ is a striking ornamental sage valued for its golden-yellow foliage and graceful, arching form. It delivers bold colour contrast and architectural interest in sunny gardens while remaining remarkably easy to grow.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Forsythia Sage
✔ Golden-yellow foliage - Provides bright, year-round colour that lifts garden designs.
✔ Graceful fountain-like habit - Creates movement and softness in planting schemes.
✔ Drought tolerant - Thrives in dry conditions once established.
✔ Low-maintenance perennial - Requires minimal care to look its best.
✔ Excellent contrast plant - Pairs beautifully with darker foliage and flowering plants.
🏡 How to Use Forsythia Sage in Your Garden
✅ Feature planting - Makes a bold focal point in sunny garden beds.
✅ Mixed borders - Adds contrast and texture alongside flowering perennials.
✅ Mass planting - Creates a dramatic sweep of golden colour when planted in groups.
✅ Large pots and planters - Ideal for patios and courtyards with full sun.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 70 to 90cm apart to allow the fountain shape to develop fully. Planting slightly closer creates quicker impact and fuller displays, so consider adding extra plants for effect.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring or autumn.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
❔ FAQs About Forsythia Sage
Does Salvia ‘Golden Fountain’ keep its colour year-round?
Yes, the golden foliage remains vibrant throughout the year in warm climates.
Is it suitable for full sun?
Yes, full sun brings out the strongest colour and healthiest growth.
How big does it grow?
It typically reaches around 1 to 1.5 meters tall and wide.
Is it drought tolerant?
Yes, once established it performs very well with minimal watering.
Can it be grown in pots?
Yes, it grows well in large containers with good drainage.
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