Rosmary

[fightergirl]

Today ive decided to do some full on reserch on and herb that most of us know and have in our kitchens:RoseAlso ive also am going to try to prove or debunk the folklore/myths behindthis herb
Folklore and history:

1Greek students would braid Rosemary into their hair to help them with their exams. Also known as the herb of remembrance, it was placed on the graves of English heroes.2This amazing, versatile herb is cultivated worldwide, and valued by cooks, herbalists, aromatherapists, and gardeners alike.
3Rosemary,native of southern Europe,was brought to America by the first colonists, and stored carefully indoors during the cold winters
Facts:
Rosemary can help with memeory which suports why greek students would braid Rosemary into their hair to help them with their exams and why it was the herb of rembrance.
Rosemary oginted in the Medterrian wich does in fact prove that it is from southern europe.
Rosmary is used and cultivted world wide wich proves fact 2

Resouces
http://www.anniesremedy.com/herb_detail51.php#6

[oldtrap59]

Rosmary is one of several herbs that we grow here. We use it both in our kitchen and sell it to a small local restaurant along with several other herbs that we raise. This year we decided we needed more rosmary plants to supply our needs so we checked into methods of starting new plants. (clip new growth off the top 4" to 6" long, dip cut end in rooting hormon, put into pots of sandy soil. should root in about 3 to 4 weeks if kept moist and plenty of sun) Long story short. We set out 38 new rosmary plants a couple days ago. Now we'll see how they do.

Oldtrap

[Blade]

found a bit more info. Rosemary's magickal name is ‘Elf Leaf,’ as it was hung around houses to keep thieves and witches out. Sprinkle for luck. Wear to strengthen heart and mind. Rosemary prevents faeries from stealing infants. Rosemary, when burned, emits powerful cleansing and purifying vibrations, and so is smoldered to rid a place of negativity, especially prior to performing magic. It is one of the oldest incenses. When placed beneath the pillow rosemary ensures a good sleep and drives away nightmares. Laid under the bed it protects the sleeper from all harms. Rosemary is also hung on the porch and doorposts to keep thieves from the house and is carried to remain healthy.

[karatediver]

Rosemary is a hearty herb. Grows easilly and seems very tollerant of hot and cold temps.

[gryffynklm]

Rosemary, does not tolerate temps 30F or below. I bring mine inside when night time temps reach 35F. Depending on your location soil type, rain fall and exposure to sun Rosemary will thrive. It is a Mediterranean plant and perfers temperate zones 6 to 10.

Indoors rosemary can be difficult to keep. There is a fine ballance between not enough water and too much.

[wildgarlic]

Rosemary is high in antioxidants so it might slow down memory loss and is great for arterial health