Featured Plants

Few plants are as timeless and treasured as Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus)—a hardy, fragrant herb that thrives year-round in our North Carolina gardens! 🌱 This drought-tolerant, evergreen powerhouse isn’t just for cooking; it’s steeped in history, folklore, and tradition across cultures.

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✨ A Plant of Legends & Symbolism ✨

✔️ In ancient Greece & Rome, scholars wore rosemary wreaths, believing its scent sharpened memory and intellect—a tradition echoed in Shakespeare’s Hamlet (“There’s rosemary, that’s for remembrance”).

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🌿 The Traveler’s Herb: In France, legend says that travelers would tuck a sprig of rosemary into their satchels for protection and strength on the road. This tradition carried into cooking—rosemary was often used in hearty stews for those making long journeys.

✔️ In medieval Europe, rosemary was woven into wedding crowns, thought to bring fidelity, love, and longevity to newlyweds.

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🌿 A Symbol of Hospitality & Protection: In Italy and Spain, rosemary was often woven into bread dough or infused into olive oil, as it was believed to protect the home and bring good fortune. To this day, rosemary-infused focaccia is a staple in Mediterranean cuisine, offering both flavor and a nod to ancient customs.

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🌞 Wildly Successful in Our Region! 🌞

Rosemary loves the heat, thrives in poor soil, and shrugs off drought, making it an effortless perennial in Zone 8 gardens. It’s perfect for culinary use, pollinator-friendly landscaping, and even hedging! 🌿🐝

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📍 Whether you want a low-maintenance edible, a symbol of wisdom, or just a beautifully fragrant plant for your garden—Rosemary is a must-have!