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Seasonal scent
With the sunny months just round the corner, why not try one of our summery scents to really bring the outside in?
New for 2007, Zoflora Lily Fresh blends Lily of the Valley and Roses to create a fresh, modern fragrance that’s the true scent of Summer. Here are some lesser-known facts about these fabulous flowers:
- Lily of the Valley is botanically known as Convallaria.
- They are frequently used in bridal arrangements for their sweet perfume.
- First cultivated in 1420.
- The flower is also known as ‘Our Lady's Tears’ since, according to legend, the tears Mary shed at the cross turned to Lilies of the Valley.
- According to another legend, Lilies of the Valley also sprang from the blood of Saint George during his battle with the dragon.
- Roses are botanically known as Rosa.
- They are available in every colour except blue and true black.
- For extra scented roses, look for 'Sterling Star' (lilac), 'Jacaranda' (blue-pink), 'Osiana' (peach-cream), 'Sterling Silver' (lilac) and 'Extase' (deep red).
- Limp roses can be revived by standing up to their necks in lukewarm water in a cool room
- In the 19th century old scented roses were used to make jelly.
- Rose water was successfully used to cure all kinds of ailments, such as trembling, constipation, drunkenness, skin and throat infections and insomnia.
