Sage: 7 Must-Know Benefits for Your Health and Home

Hi, I’m Hasan, and I’ve been gardening for about 8 years. If you’re like me and love learning about herbs, you’re in for a treat.

Sage is an amazing herb with so many uses and benefits.

This article will explore everything you need to know about sage. From its types and health benefits to how you can grow and use it at home, we’ve got it all covered.

Let’s dive in…

7 Sage Health Benefits

1. Calms & soothes coughs
2. Soothes sore throats
3. Treats cold sores
4. Calms stomach complaints
5. Can improve memory issues
6. Helps regulate blood sugar
7. Eases menopausal symptoms

And much more…

Sage has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It’s also rich in several B vitamins, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C.

Mediterranean Evergreen Perennial Zones 5-9

Cultivation

Sun

Full (6-8 Hours). If the afternoon sun is too harsh, plant where it has indirect afternoon sun.

Hydration

Occasionally. This drought-tolerant herb pulls moisture from the air and prefers soil on the dryer side. 

Check 1″ below the surface for moisture before watering again. Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Needs excellent drainage. Prefers sandy, loamy soil but is tolerant of most soils.

Indoors

Place in a south-facing window for plenty of light. Avoid direct sunlight through the glass to prevent burning. 

Keep in a large pot at 60-70 degrees. 

Place on marbles or rocks in a drainage pan with water. Mist weekly.

Growth Pattern

Can live for 3-4 years, reaching up to 2′ in height and 3′ in width. 

Prune thick woody stems in spring. Young plants need winter protection.

Propagation

Cutting 3 “-6” of green stem (not woody), remove bottom leaves, place in peat, perlite, and sand mix, wrap in a plastic bag to keep moist, and remove the bag when roots start to form.

Layer and divide.

Harvesting

Pick small amounts all year (whole stem). Gather the main leaf crop in the morning just before flowering.

Cut no more than 1/3 of the plant.

Preserving

Wash first. Lay on a tray or tie bundles together and hang upside down in a warm, dry area out of direct sunlight. 

Once dry, put into airtight containers. Freeze in a zip lock bag or ice cube tray with oil/water.

Uses

Household

Wreaths, garlands, potpourri, burn on embers or boil in water to disinfect a room, smoke to deodorize animal and cooking smells, put with linens to discourage insects, insect repellent, etc.

Medicinal

Nerve and blood tonic, combat diarrhea, regulate menstruation and menopause, aids digestion, antiseptic, antifungal, mouth and throat anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, face tonic, teeth whitener, estrogen, stress relief, night sweats and hot flashes, decongestant, etc.

Culinary

Tea, meat, pork, duck, stuffing, soup, sauces, poultry, pasta, potatoes, herb butter, oil, marinades, vinegars, veggies, etc.

7 Reasons to Love the Scent of Sage

1. Enhances Mood (transforms any room into a happy place)

2. Stress Reduction (because adulting is hard)

3. Relaxing (certified chill-out scent)

4. Energetically Cleansing (works better than a Ghostbusters proton pack)

5. Concentration Booster (focus without distraction)

6. Versatile Aroma (mixes well with almost everything)

7. Neutralizes Odors (gets rid of unwanted smells)

Benefits of Clary Sage Essential Oil

1. Curbs bacterial growth & infection in the urinary tract, colon & intestine
2. Strengthens gums, tones skin, muscles & hair
3. Helps battle drug addiction
4. Regulates bowel movements
5. Provides relief from depression, stress & anxiety
6. Provides relief from menstrual problems
7. Other use: Used as a deodorant
8. Helps to maintain good health of the uterus & Stomach
9. Boosts libido & treats impotence
10. Helps reduce blood pressure
11. Useful in treating spasms & reducing convulsions
12. Rich in antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties

Caution: Pregnant or nursing women should avoid usage.

An Herb Known for Its Healing and Medicinal Properties

Science has discovered that the healing properties in sage come from antibiotic agents they have identified.

Some people boil sage and drink the water as tea.

Many have found relief in the smoke for sinus congestion, pain, and even migraine headaches.

If your energy is low or you feel depressed, try cleansing your entire energy field with a sage bundle.

Have someone sweep the smoke over your body. Breathe deeply and calmly.

(Salvia officinalis) Scent Notes

• Cleansing, grounding, protection
• Colors: Brown, lavender, yellow
• Fragrance:  Herbaceous, camphoraceous, woody
• Element: Fire, Earth
• Zodiac Signs: Scorpio, Gemini, Virgo
• Chakras: Root, Sacral, Solar Plexus, Throat

Spiritual Properties

Sage is used to clear negativity in both our environment and our personal energy field. It grounds us and protects us.

Therapeutic Properties

• Acne, Boils, Skin Inflammation
• Hair Loss, Dandruff
• Asthma Attacks, Colic
• Stress, Nerves, High Blood Pressure
• Sore Throat

Complimentary Bach Flower Essences

Mimulus for oversensitivity, Red Chestnut for overcoming anxiety.

Blends Well With

Cedar, Clary Sage, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lavender & Pine.

Crystals

Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Snowflake Obsidian.

Affirmation

I am surrounded by light and uplifting love.

Blue vs. White Sage

Blue Sage

Used to welcome money, wealth, abundance, health, prosperity, healing, and coolness into your life.

White Sage

Used to deeply cleanse a space of negative energy and raise the vibrations of your environment.

Clary Sage Diffuser Blends

1. Peaceful Sleep: 3 drops Clary Sage, 5 drops Lavender
2. Hormone Balancer: 2 drops Lavender, 3 drops Clary Sage, 2 drops Cedarwood, 1 drop Ylang Ylang
3. Citrus Sage: 4 drops Clary Sage, 3 drops Lime, 2 drops Grapefruit
4. Flower Garden: 3 drops Clary Sage, 2 drops Geranium, 2 drops Lavender
5. Love Potion: 1 drop Clary Sage, 2 drops Lime, 2 drops Juniper Berry

When to Perform a Sage Cleansing

1. Someone in the house has been sick

2. You’ve had an argument in your home

3. You are going to meditate or journal

4. You move into a new home

5. You’ve been thinking about performing a sage cleansing

6. You’ve noticed your family is more cranky than usual

7. You’ve recently cleaned, de-cluttered, or organized

Conclusion

Sage is a truly versatile and beneficial herb, with uses ranging from culinary to medicinal, and even spiritual.

Its many types, health benefits, and practical applications make it a valuable addition to any garden or home.

Whether you’re enjoying its smell, using it in recipes, or taking benefit of its healing properties, sage is a great herb to have on hand.

With my 8 years of gardening experience, I can confirm you that growing and using sage can improve your life in many ways.

Try including sage into your routine and see the difference it can make.

A Beginner’s Guide to Success

Hi, I’m Hasan, and I’ve been gardening for about 8 years. 

How do you start an organic garden for beginners? Before starting a new home garden you must know about these 13 steps…

Want to be a successful gardener?

1. How to Start a Garden for Beginners
2. Choose the best month 
3. Plan your garden
4. Where to Put Your Garden
5. Rectify your soil
6. Sunlight
7. Essential tools you need
8. Prepare garden bed or grow bags
9. Select some seeds
10. Plant your seeds
11. Water your garden at the right time
12. Mulch your garden
13. Take care of your garden regularly