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Edelweiss, the national flower of Austria and a symbol of the Alps, is protected under the law to keep it safe from extinction. While it may seem harmless for tourists and sightseers to pick this cherished flower in their travels, over-picking eventually leaves the plant unable to grow. Edelweiss also holds the meaning of deep…
Edelweiss, the national flower of Austria and a symbol of the Alps, is protected under the law to keep it safe from extinction. While it may seem harmless for tourists and sightseers to pick this cherished flower in their travels, over-picking eventually leaves the plant unable to grow. Edelweiss also holds the meaning of deep…
Strawberry flower wire drop earrings cast in hand-patinated bronze and accented with flame-worked red glass berries and white cast glass flowers with 24k gold-plated centers. The wires are 925 silver with a 24k gold plating.
Part of the holly family, the winterberry is an iconic motif of the holiday season.
While the common holly keeps its vibrant, green leaves throughout the winter season, the winterberry bush sheds its leaves during the fall, allowing its ruby-red berries to take the spotlight.
In addition to livening up typically monochromatic winter landscapes, this shrub is a wonderful source of food for many birds and mammals.
In ancient Greece, rosemary was thought to improve the mind and memory — and later came to signify remembrance. It was also featured at weddings as a sign of fidelity, and often would be carried in a bride’s bouquet. It is also a popular kitchen herb, as its pungent flavor compliments lamb, poultry, fish, and…
In the Europe of the Middle Ages, women would often give knights and warriors gifts that included thyme leaves, as it was believed to bring courage to the bearer. In culinary use it is a common herb, as thyme retains its flavour on drying better than many other herbs. In medicinal use, oil of thyme…
In ancient Greece, rosemary was thought to improve the mind and memory — and later came to signify remembrance. It was also featured at weddings as a sign of fidelity, and often would be carried in a bride’s bouquet. It is also a popular kitchen herb, as its pungent flavor compliments lamb, poultry, fish, and…
Known to be the first fruit that ripens during spring, strawberries are a tell-tale sign that warmer, sunny weather is on the horizon. The sweet fruit is the only one to feature its seeds on the outside, and is actually part of the rose family! From a fresh fruit salad to delicious strawberry shortcake, strawberries…
In Roman times, parsley appeared on banquet tables both because of its flavor and its breath freshening properties. Analysis has shown parsley to be a highly nutritious herb being a rich source of vitamin C — containing more by volume than an orange. It brings out the full flavor of food and is the most…