Author: Justin Shelton

Cats are safe to eat and chew sage, there is nothing within the plant that would attract them to the herb such as with catnip that contains nepetalactone which is a compound that stimulates cats senses causing a ”high”. How does sage affect cats? Dissipating negative energies is the primary purpose of a smudging ceremony. […]

Drinking extremely large amounts of sage tea — or consuming this herb in other forms — over an extended period may cause heart problems, seizures, vomiting, and kidney damage if you’re ingesting more than 3–7 grams of thujone per day ( 41 , 42 ). Can you ingest sage? Sage is an herb with several […]

Wondering whether burning sage is cultural appropriation is a fair question — long story short, burning sage is problematic for a few reasons, the biggest being cultural insensitivity and environmental unsustainability. Is it wrong to burn sage? Are there any side effects or risks? When done correctly and respectfully, smudging is completely safe and the […]

White sage is native to the southwest and prefers dry, almost desert conditions, while garden sage is native to the Mediterranean and Spain and needs regular watering (not drought tolerant). Can you use garden sage for smudging? Garden or common sage will do the trick, too. Other smudging plants to use include cedar, sweetgrass, and […]

As a culinary herb, Purple Sage is one of the most flavorful sages and can be interchanged with regular garden sage. Sage herb plants can be used in all recipes calling for the delicious flavor of sage – stuffing, sausages, soups and stews. Can you eat Purple Sage raw? As with other varieties of sage, […]

Etymology 1 From Middle English sage, from Old French sage (11th century), from Latin *sapius, from Latin sapere (“to taste, to discern, to be wise”), from Proto-Indo-European *sap- (“to taste”). The noun meaning “man of profound wisdom” is recorded from circa 1300. Originally applied to the Seven Sages of Greece. What is the full meaning […]

Use the leaves as a spice, much as you would garden sage. Perfect for flavoring soups, dicing and adding to sautéed dishes, pastas, or flavorizing flesh. Leaves can also be used for tea. Is Wild sage poisonous? But sage is possibly unsafe when taken in high doses or for a long time. Some species of […]

How to Plant Sage Plant sage in full sun. Sage should be planted in well-draining soil; it won’t tolerate sitting in wet soil. The easiest and best way to start sage is from a small plant. You can also sow seeds up to two weeks before the last frost date. For best growth, the soil […]

The financial health and growth prospects of SAGE, demonstrate its potential to underperform the market. It currently has a Growth Score of F. Recent price changes and earnings estimate revisions indicate this would be a good stock for momentum investors with a Momentum Score of B. Is SAGE a good stock to buy? Sage Therapeutics […]

Arrange the herbs lengthwise in a single layer on a slightly damp paper towel. Loosely roll up the herbs and transfer to a resealable plastic bag or in plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator. This technique also works well with sage, savory, and chives. What is the best way to store fresh sage? Refrigerate Fresh […]

I always thought tumbleweed were just dead sagebrush until I looked it up today. They are not. They are a species all their own and are not native to this land. It is thought that their seeds came along with Russian immigrants settling in the West and mixed in with another commodity like flax seed. […]

In ancient Rome, sage was considered to have substantial healing properties, particularly helpful in the digestion of the ubiquitous fatty meats of the time, and was deemed a part of the official Roman pharmacopeia. The herb was used to heal ulcers, to help stop the bleeding of wounds, and to soothe a sore throat. What […]

If sage is planted in the right place in the garden, it can spread over several square meters. Early spring is a good time to cut back sage. If the leaves are cut before winter, the plant might have difficulty to get through the winter time. Where should I plant sage in my garden? Where […]

White sage has been used traditionally to purify the mind, body and spirit before praying. Native Americans also used white sage in ceremonies of birth and death. Sacred objects such as pipes and eagle feathers were passed through the smoking of burning white sage in order to purify them. Is white sage sacred to Native […]

Sage has high levels of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. It has a long history as a folk remedy for many conditions, but it hasn’t been studied extensively for menopause. People use sage for several menopausal symptoms including night sweats, hot flashes, and mood swings. What does sage do for the menopause? Sage (Salvia officinalis) has […]

Pinch off leaves or snip off small sprigs from the plant. During the first year, harvest lightly to ensure that the plant grows fully. After the first year, be sure to leave a few stalks so that the plant can rejuvenate in the future. If fully established, one plant can be harvested up to three […]