- Sage plant (Salvia sclarea) has a history of use as a medicinal, flavoring agent and aromatic. The plant is an herb in the genus Salvia which encompasses all the sages.
- Saga plant,alvia sclarea, clary, or clary sage, is a biennial or short-lived herbaceous perennial in the genus Salvia. It is native to the northern Mediterranean, along with some areas in north Africa and Central Asia.
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Description
Sage plant (Salvia sclarea) has a history of use as a medicinal, flavoring agent and aromatic. The plant is an herb in the genus Salvia which encompasses all the sages.
Sr Item name 1 Sage - Plant 2 20-30cm Saga plant, salvia sclarea, clary, or clary sage, is a biennial or short-lived herbaceous perennial in the genus Salvia. It is native to the northern Mediterranean, along with some areas in north Africa and Central Asia.
Clary Sage Uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose
Planting And Care
Clary sage is deer resistant, which makes it ideal for the naturalized or meadow garden. The plant may spread by seed but volunteer seeding is usually minimal. The herb requires a chilling period of at least three months to produce flowers and is not a good performer in hot climates for this reason.
Sage Plant Care
Clary sage is a biennial that begins as a rosette in the first year and will grow a flower stalk the second year. It is a short-lived plant that will usually die after the second year, although in some climates.
Sunlight Full Sun Watering Medium Soil well-drained soil Temperature 70F. Fertilizer Apply any organic fertilizer Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%Common Name Salvia sclarea,Clary sage plant Maximum Reachable Height 2.00 to 4.00 feet Difficulty Level easy to grow Medicinal Use:
- The distilled essential oil is used widely in perfumes and as a muscatel flavoring for vermouths, wines, and liquors
- It is also used in aromatherapy for relieving anxiety and fear, and helping with insomnia