The fresh, clean aroma of lavender has enthralled humankind for
thousands of years. The word lavender is derived from the Latin word "lavare" which means "to wash" or "to bathe", signifying this herbs delicate cleansing properties. Lavender has often been referred to as the "Queen of Herbs". Rightfully so considering that many royal dignitaries have developed a fondness for lavender's soothing
properties throughout time...
French
king Louis XIV bathed in lavender water, and Queen Elizabeth I of England commanded that lavender
conserve be served at the royal table. She also decreed that fresh lavender flowers be made available
every day of the year...a task sure to make a gardener weary, especially in England's climate.
It has been recorded that King Charles VI of France
demanded lavender filled cushions wherever he went so that the lovely
fragrance could lift his depression. (The king needed a little "cushy" for his
"tushy"...Sorry, couldn't resist!)
Perhaps
the greatest lavender lover of all times was Queen Victoria, who
appointed someone solely to supply her with lavender products and oil.
Queen Victoria also used lavender as a disinfectant.
If for nothing else, the sweet aroma of lavender will help transport you to the land of serenity... And hey, if lavender is good enough for the Royal Family, then it's good enough for me!
1 comment:
Thanks for your great article on using lavender for bathing. Beautiful picture too!
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