Native to the southern European and Mediterranean regions, the Sage herb was highly valued in both the ancient Greek and Roman societies, which considered it to be sacred.
Botany
Salvia sclarea reaches 3 to 4 ft in height, with thick square stems that are covered in hairs. The leaves are approximately 1 ft long at the base, .5 ft (0.15 m) long higher on the plant.
Comparison Between Organic & Conventional
| How Crop is Grown | Organic | Conventional |
|---|---|---|
| No toxic & persitient pesticides | √ | X |
| No synthentic growth hormones | √ | X |
| No petroleum-based fertilizers | √ | X |
| No cloning | √ | X |
| How Product is Processed | Organic | Conventional |
| No artificial colors or flavors | √ | √ |
| No artificial preservatives | √ | √ |
| No irradiated products/ingredients | √ | √ |
| No GMOs | √ | √ |
Strength of Aroma: The scent of Sage is robust and piquant, while the scent of Clary Sage has a softer, sweeter profile, exuding floral, earthy, and nutty tones with a fruity nuance.
Blends With
bergamot, lime, lavender, roman chamomile, sandalwood, cedarwood, patchouli and rose.
