The Fragrant Season!
Today marks December 1st, a season that welcomes several holidays celebrated across cultures and traditions worldwide. In this month, plants take center stage…not just in festive decorations, but also in rituals, food, and fragrant spaces.
➡️ As we step into the heart of holiday celebrations, look forward to a journey that explores the role of plants in December traditions.
Many species, from Holly and Pine to Rosemary and fragrant spices, carry deep symbolic meaning and enrich our homes and ceremonies with vibrant colors and scents.
This month, special attention will be given to plants used in incense and perfumes, which represent some of the earliest spiritual and cultural uses of plant materials. The tradition of burning incense brings ancient wisdom and aromatic beauty to the holidays, inviting reflection on how plants connect us across time and culture.
Prepare to discover the stories and science behind the beloved holiday botanicals, and join in celebrating the living legacy of Ethnobotany woven through this festive season.
🎁 🎄 Happy Holidays & December to you all!
(This is how we do it in SLO: Video taken this weekend in San Luis Obispo, CA)