Pink Sundae' Clary Sage (Salvia viridis Horminum) Herb Flower Seeds

Clary Sage ‘Pink Sundae’ (Salvia viridis Horminum) adds brilliant color and fragrance to any landscape. Known for its showy pink bracts and aromatic leaves, this fast-growing annual is prized for both ornamental and garden use.

Easy to grow in full sun, ‘Pink Sundae’ attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects. Its upright habit and long-lasting color make it perfect for flower beds, wildflower mixes, and dried arrangements. The blooms persist throughout summer, bringing lasting beauty to pollinator-friendly gardens.

Features

• Premium Non-GMO Salvia viridis Horminum seeds
• Produces vivid pink bracts with white flower centers
• Fragrant foliage attracts bees and butterflies
• Drought-tolerant once established
• Excellent for borders, pollinator gardens, and cut flowers
• Fast-growing, low-maintenance annual
• Suitable for containers and garden beds

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Salvia viridis Horminum
• Common Name (US): Clary Sage ‘Pink Sundae’
• Plant Type: Annual herb
• Flower Color: Pink bracts with small white blooms
• Foliage: Green, aromatic, textured leaves
• Height: 18–24 in (45–60 cm)
• Spread: 12–18 in (30–45 cm)
• Bloom Season: Late spring – early fall
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Soil pH: 6.0 – 7.5
• Watering Needs: Moderate; allow topsoil to dry between waterings
• Temperature Range: 60–85 °F (15–29 °C)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–11 (grown as annual in most zones)
• Days to Germination: 10–20 days
• Seed Depth: ¼ inch (0.6 cm)
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 in (30–45 cm)
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• Deer Resistant: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Maintenance Level: Easy
• Uses: Pollinator gardens, borders, dried bouquets, containers

Planting Guide

• When to Sow: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger passes.
• Seed Depth: Cover lightly with ¼ inch of soil.
• Germination: Maintain 65–75 °F (18–24 °C) until sprouting in 10–20 days.
• Light: Full sun for strong stems and vivid color.
• Watering: Keep soil moist during germination; reduce watering after establishment.
• Transplanting: Move outdoors once plants are sturdy and frost risk is gone.
• Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering; avoid over-fertilizing.