Golden Garden Sage can be used much like all Sages in a multitude of vegetable and meat dishes. Its herbal history dates back to the 17th century where its trading value was well known. In fact, the Dutch record trading 1 barrel of Sage leaves for 3 barrels of tea leaves to the Chinese. Salvia, as a group, was renowned during this time for its supposed powers for promoting longevity. Although we can’t promise immortality, we can promise an excellent culinary herb that will perform exceptionally well in your garden or planter. Blessed with riveting variegated foliage that features a pale green leaf center surrounded by a wide, brilliant, golden band of color, this plant makes a strong case for being included in any garden or mixed container planting just on the merits of these great looks alone. But, once you add in its distinctive flavor, you’ll find it impossible to not grow at least one or two plants each year! Sage is best stored frozen. Try freezing a whole branch on a cookie sheet and then store the individual leaves in plastic bags.