Clary sage
Salvia sclarea · Sages · Mint family
Also known as: Clary · Muscatel Sage
Easy80–120cmPet-friendlyEdible
Clary sage care at a glance
Clary sage (Salvia sclarea) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 15–25 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 15–25 °C
- Life cycle
- Biennial
Pests & Diseases on Clary sage
Possible pests on Clary sage include Aphids, Spider mites and Slugs and snails. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Southern blight and Powdery mildew. Clary sage is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Low
- Spider mites Low
- Slugs and snails Low
Disease
- Root rot High
- Southern blight Medium
- Powdery mildew Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Clary sage
- Which pests affect Clary sage?
- Possible pests on Clary sage include Aphids, Spider mites and Slugs and snails.
- Which diseases affect Clary sage?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Southern blight and Powdery mildew.
- Is Clary sage toxic to cats and dogs?
- Clary sage is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Clary sage need?
- Clary sage has a low water requirement.
- What light does Clary sage need?
- Clary sage prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Clary sage frost-hardy?
- Clary sage is frost-hardy and tolerates frost. Its lower limit is around -15 °C.
- Can you eat Clary sage?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves and flowers.