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Herb Seed Collection - Seeds for Sweethearts
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Herb Seeds - Seeds for Sweethearts
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Seeds for Sweethearts Collection

A collection of herb seeds representing the herb of love.  Seeds for Sweethearts contains one packet each of the following herb seeds:

  • Basil
  • Coriander
  • Dill
  • Lemon Balm
  • Summer Savory
  • Pot Marjoram

Folklore abounds about numerous herb plants and what they represent.  Many signify love, happiness, fidelity and quite a number were thought to have aphrodisiac properties!  Love potions were common during the Middle Ages.  The following has been said of the herbs in this collection:

 

~ In the Middle Ages bridal couples wore wreaths of marjoram to symbolise love, honour and happiness.  Marjoram was added to food to nurture love ~

~ In Italy Basil symbolised love.  It was often worn by suitors in their hair to signal love ~

~ Coriander was a highly regarded aphrodisiac by the Greeks, Romans and Egyptians and used during the Middle Ages in love potions ~

~ The dried seed heads of Dill hung over doorways and cots symbolised love and protection ~

~ Lemon Balm was used during Shakespeare's day as a secret code between lovers to signify sympathy ~

~ Savory has been considered the herb of love for centuries and used to "augment physical fervour!" ~

 

So why not treat your loved one to something a bit different and buy him or her our special Seeds for Sweethearts Collection?  Gift wrapping is available on request.

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