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Roses from Africa... In the Garden | Culinary | Fragrance | Medicinal use Popular garden varieties
Rose Scented
Geranium
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Top In the GardenGrowth Characteristics: - Perennial, Evergreen, Frost tolerant,
- Height: ±1m; Spread: ±80 cm,
- Highly rose scented leaves,
- Small mauve flowers in summer,
Cultivation: - Full sun; Well drained, composted soil,
Harvesting: - Pick fresh leaves and flowers throughout the year,
Top Culinary useUse Rose scented geranium leaves with: - Biscuits,
- Sorbet, Punch, Summer drinks,
- Use a strong infusion to flavour sauces, custards, jellies, buns, water ices,
- Herb butter for cakes and sweet biscuits, spread on bread and scones,
- Add flowers to salads, use as garnish,
Top Fragrance- Use in potpourri and pillows for a relaxing and soothing lemon-rose fragrance,
- Add to bathwater, Bath Smoothie ,
- Infuse as a mild astringent to clean and help circulation of pale, sluggish complexion,
Top Medicinal useRose Scented Geranium may be beneficial in the following cases: | Nervous System | - Phobias - release tension and induce a feeling of calm,
- Antidepressant, anxiety,
- Stress,
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Preparation and dosage: TEA: - Add about 3-4 fresh leaves, or 1 tablespoon dried leaves, per cup of boiling water, let it stand for 10-15 minutes before drinking,
- Drink up to 3 cups per day,
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