4" Californian White Sage Smudge Stick / Bundle

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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 Space the plants at least 18 inches apart, with rows 24 inches apart. White sage is a shrubby herb and gets six feet tall and four feet wide, so give it plenty of room. Landscaping Deputies said in a statement that white sage is protected by the Endangered Species Act of 1973, which is a common misconception. Collecting plants without permission from a landowner or land manager is illegal. [7] Although Californian white sage is not listed on the Endangered Species List, [8] conservationists are still concerned about the future survival and distribution of the species. [5] The destruction of white sage has become a focus of the Tongva Taraxat Paxaavxa Conservancy. [9] Cultivation [ edit ] It’s important to note that transplanting during the fall is ideal in regions with scorching summers.

Then move through the home or around the body or object until the smoke has saturated the energy room or energy field. Smudging A Space or Room: For cleansing a house, begin by offering smoke to the four cardinal directions outside the house, beginning with the east, to the south, then west and closing with the north. Starting at the lowest level of your house, move upwards, light the smudge and walk round the perimeter, paying close attention to the corners and areas behind doors. You can also fan the smoke throughout the room using a large feather. Repeat this aloud or in your mind: "I break up and release all negative and stagnant energy in this place. May peace, light and divine love be ever present." 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. If you notice your plants drooping or developing yellow leaves, it could be due to root rot, a common disease that affects even strong shrubs.Once a white sage plant has been in place for a year or two, it’s likely going to find all of the water it needs on its own. You can choose to water it sparingly during periods of drought or in extremely hot weather, but once established, it shouldn’t need much water if any at all. Soil So please, read on for an in-depth gardener’s guide to this ancient herb.​ While we’re at it, we’ll discuss the best way to grow this plant both for use ornamentally and for collecting smudging herbs! Maintain the moisture of your growing medium until you see the first few leaves. Once there are a few leaves, you know the roots are also developing. To avoid oversaturating the roots, allow the soil to dry completely before watering again. From Cuttings

Plants would not be harvested until they were at least a couple years old. This ensured that the plant would be able to handle the trimmings without adverse reactions. Aromatic garden, chaparral or coastal sage scrub garden, drought-tolerant garden, native plant garden, pollinator garden, wildlife habitat garden It’s important to make sure your plants have good airflow and that you’re not overwatering or adding needless fertilizer. Root Rot You can work with it by burning it around the place, object or person you'd like to cleanse, this is called smudging. The seeds would then be broadcast across the area and left to sprout. While it’s likely that seeds would be carried off by wildlife, enough seeds would sprout to keep the plants growing in the area. Companion PlantingWhite Sage ( Salvia apiana) makes a beautiful landscape plant, as well as a medicinal herb. The silver/green leaves contain aromatic oils, and the flowers are popular with honey bees. Of course, white sage is also an important plant in spiritual cleansing ceremonies. As you smudge you will cleanse the energy. The more you smudge the more clear your life will become and you will move forward. Smudging is a personal ritual and prayer which belongs to you. Face each 4 direction and embrace the meaning of the animal, element and attributes of choose your power direction. Cleansing you and your space is very powerful for your life and warrior spirit in connecting to life and earth. If you have richer soils, it can tolerate those, but be sure they’re extremely well-draining as sage really hates soggy soil. Fertilizer When you first work with any plant for sacred reasons, it's important to say a blessing and introduce yourself to the plant. If you plan to sow your seeds in pots or trays, you can start them outdoors in fall or spring in full sun.