I don't know if anyone else has heard this, but they're talking about banning Salvia because it is being used as a drug. They say it is just like LSD. I hope this doesn't happen because it is such a beautiful plant. This would be very disappointing to all plant lover's I'm sure.

Well I read about this and the bill is to be introduced during the next session which begins in the Fall. It is of course absurd to control plants like these and is a great example of the nannystate in which we live. Foolish kids will always do this kind of stuff. I'm quite frankly surprised that my fave plants Brugmansia are not on the government list (probably because they are so toxic that even kids avoid them)

 I for one think that what may happen is that the plant might be sold like spray paint is now, to adults with ID. But legislation like this sometimes is slipped through under the radar and becomes permanent. Just like the absurd drug war it would sadly be forever.

That being said, few people would be able to recognize Salvia unless they are gardeners and we will continue to grow it in our gardens I'm sure.

Patrick

I agree, it is amazing what kids can come up with to make something go from being an innocent, beautiful thing to being a used and abused drug. I do, however, think that there is probably an adult that is more than willing to lead them to the trough. I consider that horrendous and scary at the same time as I have 3 kids of my own with 1 ready to hit the teenage years. AHHHHHHHHHHHH I will also continue to plant as I wish. Now I should say that I'm from Canada, and I hope we aren't quick to follow with the ban. Let's face it banning cigarettes is a better  idea and I smoke!! Anyway, thanks for responding and giving me an update on where this stands.

Salvia being banned! Rediculous!!!!!!!!!!