Vatican White clary sage
Salvia sclarea 'Vatican White'
USDA zones4 to 10
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Sizeup to 3 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Clumping
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Vatican White' clary sage (Salvia sclarea 'Vatican White') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It forms a clump up to 36 inches tall and blooms in spring and again in summer. Butterflies and bees visit the fragrant flowers.
Pairs well with Moonshine yarrow, Manhattan oriental poppy, and Alina rose.