Clary Sage Seeds – Aromatic Perennial

Clary Sage Seeds produce a fragrant and visually appealing perennial plant known for its soft, aromatic leaves and tall flower spikes in shades of pale lavender to blue. This variety is prized for its ornamental beauty and aromatic qualities, making it a popular choice for garden borders, pollinator gardens, and herbal landscapes.

Clary Sage thrives in warm, sunny locations with well-drained soil and is valued for attracting bees and butterflies. Its silvery-green foliage and long-lasting blooms add texture and color to any garden, while its drought-tolerant nature makes it easy to maintain in diverse growing conditions.

Features:

• Type: Biennial or short-lived perennial

• Common Name (US): Clary Sage

• Scientific Name: Salvia sclarea

• Flower Color: Lavender to pale blue

• Growth Habit: Upright and bushy

• Height: 2–4 feet (60–120 cm)

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Watering: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established

• Bloom Time: Late spring to mid-summer

• Special Feature: Aromatic foliage, pollinator-friendly, and deer-resistant

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Spring or fall

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 5–9

• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors after frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Germination Temperature: 65–70°F (18–21°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)

• Mature Plant Height: 2–4 feet (60–120 cm)

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (5–6): May to August

  • Mid Zones (7–8): April to September

  • Southern Zones (9): March to October

• Maintenance: Low; cut back after flowering to encourage regrowth and prevent self-seeding

• Uses: Garden borders, herbal landscapes, pollinator gardens, and decorative plantings