4" Californian White Sage Smudge Stick / Bundle

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White sage contains terpenes, molecules with pleasant fragrances and antiseptic and antibacterial properties. This is why we find this plant in the composition of many medical treatments aimed at the nervous system, the digestive system or the ENT sphere.

Plants in containers need a bit more water. Pruning Photo via Fox Run Environmental Education Center Most people, including myself, choose to burn it to release the healing energy it carries into the space around us. Smudging originated with the native peoples of the southwest. It spread among Native American cultures and was incorporated into their religious practices. Today smudging is popular with many neo-pagan groups and Wicca followers. When smudging, light your sage and fan the sage with your feather as you move around a person or space. The smoke represents prayers going out in to the Universe. Speak your prayers or wants as you smudge. The medicine wheel is an important part of the smudging ritual. There are 4 points of the Medicine Wheel. North, South, East and West which stand for a Strong Spirit Animal Guardian- the White Buffalo, Coyote, Eagle and Grizzly Bear – all connected to the four elements- Earth, Water, Air and Fire. You can call on the energy of the 4 guardians when smudging, in these 4 patterns. Face or move around a person or surrounding from each direction, calling on the Spirit Animal and Element. So, remember to save some seed to grow more! By following our tips you’ll be well on your way to cultivating your own. From SeedTraditionally, harvests would take place at different times of year depending on what the plant was to be used for. Plants under a year shouldn’t be trimmed, and in fact, in the second year, you should be careful not to take too much. Q: Where can I get white sage seeds? Sandy soils that are extremely well-draining are preferred by white sage. Think of the natural soil makeup of a foothill in the southern California region – dusty, sandy soil with lots of decomposing granite. That’s the ideal “flavor” of soil for your white sage plant. If this doesn’t describe the soil in your region, opt for a cactus growing soil blend. According to the traditional Amerindian ritual, it is an act that allows to find a balance between body and mind, by driving out bad waves and unwanted emotions. To prevent this from happening, it’s essential to take preventive measures. When watering the plant, ensure water doesn’t get on the crown.

It’s become a popular choice for people who are opting for lower-water gardens, and can be easily incorporated amongst other low-water plants for good effect. If you’re trying to conserve water, this might be the perfect plant for you! A Short History of Tribal Sage Use Kindscher K. (1992). Medicinal Wild Plants of the Prairie: An Ethnobotanical Guide. Lawrence, Kansas: University Press of Kansas. Sprinkle your seeds across the surface of the soil, and then mist them with a water bottle. Keep your seeds in a location that is in the 70-85 degree range. Provide full light from a grow light if growing them indoors, or place them in direct sun. To ensure optimal growth, I recommended planting white sage in full sun and spacing the plants four to six feet apart. Be sure to bury the top of the root ball so it’s even with the soil line.

To release the vapors, boil the white sage for ten minutes and then remove from heat. With a towel draped over the head breathe in the steam coming from the pot. Be careful not to burn yourself. Other Uses These steps apply whether you’re cleansing yourself, your home, or an object. You can cleanse any of these as often as you’d like. White sage the ideal plant if you’re doing xeriscaping because it doesn’t need much water and it looks great next to broadleaf desert plants such as aloe and yucca. It will also highlight plants with small flowers such as sedum and yarrow.

White sage doesn’t need a lot of water as it’s native to the desert. Overwatering can make it more prone to diseases. Some native cultures chew white sage to ease indigestion and to help with menstrual issues. You can also make an antiseptic poultice with the leaves. SmudgingIf you feel you are done burning Sage, but the Sage doesn't feel that way - place the wand in a fireproof bowl, or on the stove and allow the Sage to cease burning, naturally. As far as planting indoors, would it be wise enough to use just Upstate NY, (mind you I’m 15mins from Canada along lake Champlain- NOT 10 mins outside NYC or Albany) and would planting in Terra cotta pots suffice with some white pumice on top to start or should I leave the top bare when beginning for easier germination?