We are now coming into the holiday season. For many centuries, there have been certain herbs that are associated with Christmas. Christmas Herb Baskets make wonderful gifts for family, friends and neighbors.
You make the standard herb basket, but use a special group of herbs. The recipient will love it. Below is a list of plants that you will need.
Rosemary—For remembrance, of course, and long associated with Mary.
Thyme—A manger herb signifying the courage and strength of Christ.
Rue—The herb of grace. In Sweden it is associated with St. Lucy and used to make crowns for celebrations of her December 13 saint's day.
Santolina—The herb of fair linen symbolizing swaddling cloth.
Lavender—The symbol of purity, lavender is said to have received its lovely scent when it served as the drying rack for the Baby Jesus' swaddling clothes.
Pennyroyal—One of the manger herbs. In addition to its pleasant aroma, it repels insects.
It is advisable to mark each herb with a small garden marker toidentify them. A popsicle stick can be painted in Christmas colors and painted with the plant name. Tie a big red bow on the handle and you're all set. I guarantee that it will be a one-of-a-kind gift.
In the next few days, i will post a list of herbs that can be gifted for Hanukkah.
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