Evergreen clippings have many uses. Here Sage is studying how to prepare holly for the holidays. Did you know that mountain holly ( Ilex mucronata) was formerly thought to be in its own genus (Nemopanthus), but recent genetic tests have shown it to be closely related to other true hollies?

 spottyjaguar drew this sketch of Sage in his comfy pajamas engaging in his favorite hobby- looking up obscure horticultural trivia.

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