Clary Sage seeds
Clary Sage comes in various colors, this being the blue-purple variety. Clary sage is a herbaceous wildflower that is as beautiful as it is medicinal. This biennial variety is commonly used in manufacturing perfumes and other scented goods due to its highly aromatic oils. The fragrance is said to be subtly floral with sweet and spicy nuances. The oils are also used to flavor spirits and wines. An online search can shed some light on this herb's numerous powerful health benefits.
The bloom is unique in shape, as each floral bracket contains mounds of rounded petals with pointed tips. These are enticing for bees and butterflies alike. Each plant can grow up to 3' tall.
Seed count: 25 seeds
Botanic name:
Salvia sclarea
Plant spacing:
24"-36" apart
Color:
Green foliage with white blooms accented with purple highlights towards the tips.
Sowing depth:
1/16 inch (surface sow)
Sun requirements:
Full sun
Utilization:
This can be used for medicinal uses both internally and topically. It can also be made into a tea, used for fresh-cut flower arrangements, and to create scented goods (soaps, candles, perfumes, lotions, body washes, etc).
Frost Hardy:
Yes, Clary Sage can tolerate a light frost.
Maturity days:
115-125 days
Life cycle:
Biennial
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes
Other names:
Salvia sclarea,Clary, Clary Wort, Esalarea, Herbe aux Plaies, Muscatel Sage, Muskatellersalbei, Muskatellsalvia, Clear Eyes, Muskatny, Salvia Romana, Sauge Sclarée, Sauge Musquée, Sclarée, See Bright, and Toute-Bonne.
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