Common Names
Clary Sage, Clary

Botanical Name
Salvia sclarea

Plant Family
Lamiaceae (Mint Family)

Native Range
Mediterranean, and parts of Asia and Africa.

Life Cycle
Biennial

Hardiness Zone
4-9

Habit
Biennial forming a basal rosette of wooly leaves in the first year, sending up masses of lavender-pink-white flower spikes to 4ft tall in the second year.

Sun/Soil
Full sun, regular garden soil on the dry side. 

Germination/Sowing
The seeds germinate easily and are best sown in flats in the spring and then transplanted out once they are big enough.

Growing/Care
Clary Sage is a gorgeous addition to the garden! The fragrant blooms are extremely prolific from May through August, after which the plant may be cut back for a second bloom lasting through until winter. Will grow in a variety of conditions with little care. 

Harvesting
Flowers are harvest during the summer months.

Culinary Uses
None known.

Medicinal Uses
Used in aromatherapy for relieving anxiety,  painful menstruation, PMS, and insomnia.

Themes
Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Container Garden, Low Maintenance, Drought Tolerant, Cut Flowers.