Cut flower

Salvia horminum (Clary Sage)

Painterly bracts in pink, blue and white — the bee's knees, literally.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Low

Soil

Well-drained

Difficulty

Easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Ornamental

Lifecycle

Annual

Hardiness

Hardy

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Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks reliable clary sage seed varieties suited to UK growing seasons with germination guidance for London's climate.

Crocus

Offers terracotta and ceramic pots ideal for clary sage, which prefers well-draining containers in temperate gardens.

Amazon UK

Provides quality hand tools for sowing and transplanting clary sage seedlings efficiently in London gardens.