Description
Growing up to three feet tall, Clary Sage is a drought-tolerant biennial that makes a great addition to gardens and pathways. Its name comes from the Latin word ‘claurus’ meaning ‘clear’. Its also called Clear Eye as the seeds were once used to reduce eye inflammation. As a culinary herb, you can enjoy its leaves in salads; or use the tops in soups, jellies and omelets for a sweet fragrant flavor. Clary Sage is medicinal as well, boasting anti-bacterial, antispasmodic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, astringent, carminative, digestive and vulnerary properties. Infuse a teaspoon of dried Clary Sage leaves and flowers per cup of water and take after meals as a digestive, liver protector and for colds and cough. Its essential oil is used as an antidepressant and for combating stress. It was once used as an aphrodisiac. Download our Clary Sage Plant PDF Reference sheet.
Growing Notes:
Zones: 5-9
Exposure: Full Sun
Mature Height: 36″-48” | Spread 18”-24”
Bloom: Purple | Early Summer
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All plants grown by Herb & Vine are sown from organic seed in organic soil. We use no chemicals and water naturally with rain water.
IMPORTANT: Information on this website is based on research of the historical uses of this herb and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a medical professional before using any herb for therapeutic purposes. Do not take if pregnant or nursing.
