Key Seed Details & Growing Tips

• Type: Annual Clary Sage (Salvia horminum, also Salvia viridis).
• Color: Bright rose-pink bracts.
• Height: 30–40 inches.
• Light: Full sun.
• Soil: Average, well-draining soil.
• Water: Keep moist until germination; drought-tolerant once established.
• Germination: Needs light; press seeds onto surface, don't cover deeply. Warmth (75-80°F) helps.
• Sowing: Indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow outdoors after frost.
• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart.
• Uses: Borders, containers, mass plantings, fresh/dried cut flowers, pollinator gardens.
• Tolerance: Heat, drought, humidity, and frost (as an annual).
• Benefits: Attracts bees and butterflies, excellent for bouquets