Chrysanthemum

Although beloved by florists for its beautiful appearance, the chrysanthemum is famous for far more than its elegant looks. In Asia, where the flower originates from, it is considered a herb with powerful medicinal properties.

There are many powerful rituals surrounding the chrysanthemum. In Asia, the chrysanthemum is the symbol of a long and happy life. As part of this superstition, chrysanthemum wine is drunk in China on the ninth day of the ninth month for peace, health and old age.

So I have about 5 months now to start preparing the wine in readiness for a winter holiday....somewhere