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"