For centuries, rosemary has been a fragrant and lasting symbol of remembrance. Now, The Rosemary Company, is bringing the tradition back to the United States. The company sells Rosemary favors, candles, and botanicals on their website.
Judy Cheney, owner of The Rosemary Company, says that when she was researching the herb she found that the tradition dated back to the Greeks and Romans who used rosemary in their weddings. "In traditions dating back centuries, she says, sprigs of rosemary were dipped in gold, tied with a ribbon, and presented to wedding guests. It symbolized that, although the bride and groom were leaving their friends and family to start a new life, they would never forget their loved ones."
Legend has it, Cheney continues, that "a bride who gave her husband a sprig to hold on their wedding night would ensure that he remained faithful."
"It just has a really nice sentiment behind it," she continues. "That is one of the reasons that it is so popular. People who are getting married are in an especially sentimental, emotional, and meaningful time in their life. And this is one way to convey that feeling to their guests."
Rosemary sachets are a practical wedding favor, too. "It's easy for guests to take with them. It's not going to melt if it’s 90 degrees. Guys like to put under the seat of car to make it smell good, and women can use them in their lingerie drawer."
Cheney also says that the favors are affordable, costing about 95 cents apiece.
The company is also selling a unique favor for bridal showers: Bridal shower soap, scented in Rosemary, of course. "We thought this was a perfect idea," says Cheney. "It's an inexpensive item that brings meaning to these special occasions."
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