![]() It is no wonder that rosemary would continue as a traditional embellishment during the holidays. A tradition of celebration with nature, for certain. The belief was that those would smell rosemary on Christmas Eve would have a year of health and happiness. It is said that rosemary was spread on the ground so its fragrance would fill the air when guests would walk upon it. French Royalty: Josephine & NapoleonĪs for this scented aromatic herb traditionally appearing during the holiday season, perhaps its history can be linked to the entertaining in the Middle ages. Interesting that rosemary is said to have been Napoleon’s favorite fragrance. ![]() Who knew? Empress Josephine is said to have asked Napoleon to wash in rosemary water before entering her bedchamber. In fact, French legend holds that “if a man didn’t like the scent of rosemary, he would be an inferior lover”. Long associated with remembrance of romance and matrimony, rosemary has been used for centuries in courtship and weddings. Sir Thomas More,(Aka Saint Thomas More, (1478-1535) English lawyer, author and statemanĪ “rich crown of stone and pearls set with “As for rosmarine, I lette it runne all over my garden walls,īut because it is the herb sacred to remembrance, From there, this scented herb would travel through Europe and eventually reach the New World… Coveted for what was believed mystical and healing properties, it was the Roman armies who would eventually bring this herb to Britain. ![]() references to rosemary were found written in cuneiform” (the earliest system of writing of wedge shaped slash marks) on stone tablets. It is noted that rosemary held a strong association with ancient Greeks and Romans. However, the past precedes this coveted plant. Beyond its aromatic offerings this fragrant plant that offers us natural beauty when gracing events of our lives and brought within our interior worlds. But commonly green and fragrant, this woody citrus offers so much to our world beyond the culinary and herbal health benefits. The leaves themselves can often appear to be touched with silver. Rosemary is said to resemble lavender when shimmering blue flowers appear in mid-Winter in native climates. The Rosemary plant itself is also sometimes called anthos, from the ancient Greek word ἄνθος, meaning “flower”. Of note, the ancient legend that rosemary grows “where one can hear the sea”. This fragrant herb presents flat pine needle-like leaves that grow on an evergreen bush. Who knew that rosemary joins the ranks as member of the mint family, Lamiaceae? The name “rosemary” derives from the Latin for “dew” (ros) and “Sea” (marinus), or “Dew of the Sea”. Termed “Rosmarinus officials”, rosemary is an aromatic woody evergreen perennial herb native to the seaside regions of North Africa and the Mediterranean. The order would be charged in full upon submission, the seed would be shipped immediately, and the bulbs would be shipped at the optimal time in the autumn based on the customer's zip code.Aromatic Delights: Celebrations With A Scented Herb This allows us to ship your non-seasonal items to you as soon as possible, as well as allocate our seasonal product for your order.įor example, a customer places an order in February consisting of 5 Pounds of Wildflower Mix and 50 Darwin Hybrid Tulip Bulbs. If your order requires multiple shipping dates, you will never be charged more than once for shipping charges. Your credit card will be charged for the full amount of your order at the time your order is submitted, regardless of the shipping time for your items. *Amaryllis Bulbs, Hosta Roots, Lily Bulbs, Papaver Roots, Paperwhite Bulbs, Peony Roots & Siberian Iris Roots In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted.
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