Bay Trees (Latin name, Laurus nobilis) are often associated with the Gods and folklore: the wreath of Apollo in Greek mythology was derived from the Bay Tree, and the lone Bay Tree sprouting on the moon, a product of Chinese storytelling. Bay Trees are an aromatic varietal tree found in the Mediterranean region. A mystical, fragrant gift from nature, Bay Trees bring an aura of energy with their presence, whether added to an elegant dish cooked by the finest chef, or as a thoughtful gift for a loved one. Bay Trees are also a symbol of prosperity and fame, bringing delight to their bearers or receivers. For whatever purpose you choose, as a gift, scenery, for cooking or aromatics, Bay Trees are ready and able to fill the void that exists before introducing them to the equation.
Receiving a Bay Tree as a gift can bring tremendous joy and a lifetime of use for the recipient. The aromas can fill a garden and landscape as you enjoy Mother Nature on a warm and spiritually fulfilling springtime day. The leaves of the Bay Tree can adorn a fresh dish of food, cooked patiently, lending their unique taste to the underlying theme. Overall though, the bottom line is that a Bay Tree has multiple uses, all of which includes bringing a delicate uniqueness to the situation that arises.
A friend has just purchased their first home, and their garden is awaiting its first spring bloom; enter the Bay Tree. When planted in just the right spot, adding a finishing touch to the new surroundings. An aspiring chef who has just begun their first organic garden, full of spices, vegetables, plants and herbs, will adore the Bay Tree overlooking it all and completing the scene.
Whether purchasing a Bay Tree as a gift or planting a Bay Tree for your own enjoyment, the process offers many options that can bring a special richness to this magical gift. Is it a surprise addition for a friend, perhaps planted secretly in the night to their joyful surprise the following morning?
Or maybe it is a surprise package, wrapped specifically to their taste and delivered as an addition to an existing landscape. A Bay Tree can be presented in endless ways, all different, depending on your creativity and the situation. With Bay Trees, the beauty is that no matter what the hobbies or passions of the fortunate recipient, they bring multiple uses and additions to their life.
As the Bay Tree sits in the garden overseeing the day, the great thing is that the beauty and history of this unique varietal also add an element of mythology and storytelling. A great conversation starter, the Bay Tree is an ornamental piece of nature, the inspiration behind `poet laureate`, and it was presented in a wreath as a prize in the Pythian Games. In honor of Apollo, the Bay Tree also symbolizes his pursuit of Daphne. For these reasons, the Bay Tree can bring its own magic to the area where it becomes one with the earth. There is no reason why you would not want a Bay Tree in your life. With the Bay Tree it is simply a matter of deciding where it will reside and which of its myriad of uses can bring joy to its owner.
Other trees that offer great value and that are a natural beauty are olive trees, palm trees or ornamental trees. Together with the bay trees they make your garden a true fountain of joy. |
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