Sage White, also known as Bee Sage or Sacred Sage, is a revered herb with a rich history of traditional use and medicinal properties. Its unique combination of aromatic leaves, beautiful flowers, and versatile applications makes it a valuable addition to any garden.
Key Features:
Aromatic leaves: Highly fragrant when crushed, with a silvery-white appearance.
Beautiful flowers: White to lavender flowers on tall, purple stalks.
Bee-attracting: A magnet for pollinators.
Medicinal properties: Rich in cineole, with antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and pain-reducing qualities.
Versatile uses: Traditional uses include culinary, medicinal, and spiritual applications.
Growing Tips:
Specific soil requirements: Prefers sandy, well-draining soil.
Scarification: Scarify seeds before planting to improve germination.
Warm and sunny location: Plant in a warm, sunny spot with excellent drainage.
Moderate watering: Water regularly, but avoid overwatering.
Traditional Uses:
Culinary: Use leaves as a flavoring in meals.
Medicinal: Treat colds, fevers, menstrual issues, and respiratory ailments.
Spiritual: Use as smudge sticks for cleansing and ritual purposes.
Beauty: Use as a hair rinse or in decorative arrangements.
