Sometimes people call me Rosemary even though that’s not my name. They call me Roxanne too, and that’s not my name, either. I guess I’m not very memorable because I’m so often referred to incorrectly and it’s actually annoying, even more because my real name is almost always misspelled.

But this is not about ME, it’s about the herb, rosemary. There’s a lot of rosemary growing in the gardens of Casa de Enchanted Seashells. It’s easy to propagate and seems to endure, if not thrive, during our many months of drought.

Here’s a couple ideas to to create a happy home with rosemary…

Rosemary flowers can be eaten, used in tea, or as a garnish. I’ve never consumed any rosemary flowers but I think they’d perk up a salad.

Rosemary Aromatherapy Recipe

• Fill medium sized pot with fresh water.
• Add 10-15 freshly picked rosemary sprigs.
• Bring it to a boil for a few minutes.
• Allow it to simmer for about ten minutes.
• Turn off the heat and let it steep as long as you like.
  As the rosemary releases its essential oils, your home will be filled with an uplifting fragrance. Option to add add lemon slices or cinnamon sticks.

Rosemary Infused Bath
This could not be any easier. Simply pick a few sprigs of rosemary and toss into the bath as you fill the tub. Try it and enjoy! (Just make sure your rosemary is bee-free!)

All photo credit to Enchanted Seashells