FREE: ORGANICALLY GROWN Broad Leaved Sage Heirloom NON-GMO Fragrant Herb

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10 seeds. For the 2017 season.

ORGANICALLY GROWN Broad Leaved Sage Heirloom NON-GMO Fragrant Herb Perennia

(Salvia officinalis) Produces broad, textured, downy green super fragrant leaves.

Use grey-green leaves and young stem tips for flavoring poultry, stuffing, meats, sausages, chowders and sauces, tea.

Sage is one of the essential herbs and can be used to enhance virtually any dish. Its Latin name comes from the word "salvere," which means to save or heal; this herb traditionally symbolizes good health and long life.

Recent scientific research found that sage is an outstanding memory enhancer, possibly even helping to prevent Alzheimer's disease. Sage also relieves tension and inflammation, fights infection and viruses, purifies the system and benefits diabetics.

Leaves are used as digestive and nerve tonics. Astringent, antiseptic.

It has great cleansing properties and helps to reduce sweating.

Makes a good base for dried floral wreaths and swags.

Start early indoors after danger of frost. Perennial. 75 days.