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Salvia sclarea

Clary Sage

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Description

A short-lived, 2-3 foot clumping sage. Grayish leaves with an unpleasant smell when bruised. Blossoms purplish to lilac-pink.

 

Plant Type

Annual

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue, White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Mediterranean

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

n/a

Special Uses

Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

In shrub areas, convert from spray sprinklers to bubbler or drip systems that apply water directly to roots.

Occasionally check the soil's moisture level around shrubs before and after watering to determine if watering times are appropriate.