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How to Prune Wild clary?
(Salvia verbenaca)
Wild clary, also known as Wild sage
A hardy perennial herb, wild clary is known for its fragrant leaves and violet-blue flowers. Prune wild clary after flowering to encourage a second bloom and maintain a neat shape. Optimal pruning times are late spring and summer, post-bloom. Deadheading spent flowers promotes new growth and prevents self-seeding. Cut back foliage in spring to rejuvenate plants. Pruning benefits wild clary by enhancing air circulation and reducing disease risk. Always use clean, sharp tools for precise cuts.
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What Tools Do I Need to Prune Wild Clary?

Bypass Pruners
Ideal for making clean cuts on green stems and small branches of wild clary, bypass pruners cause less damage to the plant tissues, promoting healthier regrowth.
Pruning Shears
These are perfect for shaping wild clary, as well as for deadheading and removing spent flower spikes to encourage new blooms.
Gardening Gloves
Protection for the hands while pruning, to prevent potential irritation from wild clary's foliage or stems.
Pruning Saw
For mature wild clary plants with thicker woody stems, a pruning saw is essential for making clean cuts without harming the plant's main structure.
Long-Handled Loppers
If wild clary has grown quite large and has hard-to-reach areas, long-handled loppers can be used to trim without causing strain to the gardener.

How to Prune Wild Clary

Disease Identification
Inspect wild clary carefully to identify any signs of disease or withered leaves and stems. Look for discoloration, spots, or rot on any parts of the plant.
Sterilization
Before starting the pruning process, sterilize the pruning tools using a solution of 1 part bleach to 9 parts water to prevent transmission of diseases to healthy parts of wild clary.
Removing Diseased Leaves
Carefully prune away diseased and withered leaves from wild clary by cutting them at their base, making sure not to tear the stem to reduce the risk of further damage or disease spread.
Removing Diseased Stems
Identify and prune back diseased stems on wild clary, cutting them back to a healthy section. Ensure clean and sharp cuts to promote better healing of the plant.
Cleanup
After pruning wild clary, remove all pruned material from around the plant and dispose of it properly to prevent any disease from festering in the area.
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Common Pruning Mistakes with Wild Clary

Overpruning
Removing too much foliage, which can stress wild clary and reduce its capacity to recover and thrive.
Cutting Into Old Wood
Pruning into the old, hardened stems can prevent wild clary from producing new shoots, as it primarily regrows from newer wood.
Imprecise Cuts
Making jagged or torn cuts increases the risk of disease and pest infestations by creating entry points for pathogens.
Pruning During Wet Conditions
Wet conditions can spread diseases, and the moisture can facilitate fungal growth on the fresh cuts.

Common Pruning Tips for Wild Clary

Sanitized Tools
Always use clean, sharp pruning shears to make precise cuts and minimize the risk of transmitting diseases between plants.
Selective Thinning
Focus on removing only dead or diseased stems and overcrowded growth to maintain airflow and plant health.
Post-Flowering Cuts
After wild clary has finished flowering, trim back flower stalks to encourage a tidy form and potentially a second bloom.
Conservative Cuts
Prune no more than one-third of wild clary's growth to avoid placing the plant under excess stress and maintain a resilient framework.
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