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Salvia sclarea var. turkestanica 'Vatican White' | clary sage

This plant will not be available in 2026, however, propagation is planned/underway. Please sign up for the waitlist below to receive updates on availability in future years.

Clary sage is an architectural biennial that produces large grey-green leaves the first year and flowers the second. It is most often grown in sunny gravel gardens, but can also be grown in partially shaded moisture-retentive soils where it will grow lushly.

'Vatican White' produces candelabras of gorgeous white blossoms in late spring.

Zones: 4 to 8
Family: Lamiaceae
Type: Perennial
Height: 24 to 30 in.
Spread: 18 to 24 in.
Exposure: Full Sun
Soil Conditions: Dry, well-drained
Bloom Time: June to July
Bloom Color: white
Native Range: Europe, Central Asia

Special Characteristics
  • Deer-resistant
  • Juglone tolerant
  • Pollinator favorite
  • Short-lived
  • Architectural
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Salvia sclarea var. turkestanica 'Vatican White' | clary sage

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