SAGE MOSQUITO REPELLENT HERB SPRING PERENNIAL HEIRLOOM DEER RESISTANT 100+ SEEDS

* Sage is a perennial that thrives in cool Spring temperatures!

* Sage has beautiful, showy flowers and pretty foliage. It is used both as an ornamental plant and edible!

* Our Non-GMO Sage has been used since Ancient times by the Greeks.  

* Sage is reported by many to be an excellent insect repellent, and is primarily used to ward off mosquitoes and ticks.

* The heirloom perennial Sage is used as an herbal spice in Teas, dressings, sauces etc...

*  Sage, of course, is probably most popular for being the main spice in Thanksgiving Stuffing, however, this super herb has far more benefits than as just a spice.

* Sage is used by many to promote memory and recall abilities.  In fact, Sage is currently being investigated for Alzheimer's prevention and early results are promising.

* The dried leaves of Sage are used as a tea to combat sore throats.

* It can be conveniently grown in small pots and containers, and is a wonderful addition to a kitchen garden.

* Many have used Sage for its, supposed, Anti-Inflammatory properties.  Rosmarinic Acid is the constituent in Sage that is linked to these Anti-Inflammatory abilities.

* Sage Oil is used is an Antiseptic agent and has shown Antifungal, Antibacterial properties. The Phenolic Acids and Tannins are believed to be the agents behind those antimicrobial properties.

* It has also been used for the treatment of Yeast infections.

* Sage is also used extensively to treat Menopausal symptoms like sweating and hot flashes.

* Always consult a physician before using as an herbal remedy.

* It is also said to repel mosquitoes and ticks quite effectively due to its strong fragrance from its oils.  

* Sage can also be dried for later use. 

Culture Notes:

Sunlight -Full/Part Shade

Days to Germination-10-21

Life Cycle-Perennial

Sowing-Direct or Indoors

Days to Maturity-80

Sowing Depth-1/4"