The genus name ‘Salvia’ comes from salvare, which means ‘to cure’ in Latin, and is indicative of the fact that the herb’s healing powers have been recognised since early times. Interestingly, folklore associates sage with wisdom and now laboratory studies are suggesting that it may be useful in helping prevent or delay the onset of […]
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Companion Planting for Pest Control
Companion Planting for Pest Control: Companion planting has a long tradition in organic gardening practice. The principle behind companion planting is that certain plants either enhance each other’s growth or help control pests when planted close together. There are also plants that enrich the soil. In addition, companion planting increases bio-diversity in our gardens, by […]