| Common Name | Clary Sage |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Salvia |
| Species | Sclarea |
| Origin | Southern Europe / Mediterranean Basin |
| Blooming | Summer to early autumn, biennial flowering habit in temperate zones |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green / Silvery green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining sandy loam or gravelly soil, tolerates poor conditions
Moderate during establishment, then drought tolerant; reduce watering significantly in winter dormancy
Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and oil production, drought tolerant once established
Low nutrient requirements, apply balanced fertilizer sparingly in spring to avoid leggy growth
Deadhead after flowering to encourage leaf regrowth or cut back hard in late autumn for perennial varieties
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