In this clip from Plants of Our Lives, Andrew shares a fascinating story from the New Northern Gardener about the legendary herb Salvia officinalis, commonly known as sage.

For centuries, people believed sage had powerful healing properties—so powerful that some cultures thought it could extend life or even grant immortality. Ancient herbalists valued sage so highly that sayings like “Why should a man die who has sage in his garden?” became popular wisdom.

Was it mythology, medicine, or a little bit of both? 🌿

This excerpt explores the history, folklore, and fascination behind one of the garden’s most legendary herbs.