{"product_id":"rue-ruta-graveolens","title":"Rue (Ruta graveolens)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHerb of Grace with Fragrant Foliage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRue (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRuta graveolens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), also known as Herb of Grace, is a small shrubby perennial that grows 2 to 3 feet high with delicate blue-green foliage and small, bright yellow flowers. It is in the citrus family (Rutaceae) and is native to the Balkans and southeastern Europe, where it is used as a bitter flavoring in traditional cuisines of the eastern Mediterranean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRue’s shrubby nature and charming foliage and flowers make it an excellent low-growing hedge, border, or container plant. The yellow flowers that bloom in June and July attract butterflies, while the highly fragrant leaves give off a strong aroma when crushed and can also repel insects. Planted in the garden, Rue is an effective insect-repelling companion. It is the national herb of Lithuania, and in southeastern Europe, it developed a reputation as a magical protective herb and was often planted in doorways to ward off evil spirits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Culinary Significance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRue has a long history in southeastern Europe, where it is used as a bitter flavoring in traditional cuisines of the eastern Mediterranean. It is also the national herb of Lithuania.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn southeastern Europe, Rue developed a reputation as a magical protective herb and was often planted in doorways to ward off evil spirits. Its highly fragrant foliage also makes it a useful companion plant, as the strong aroma released when the leaves are crushed can repel insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Grow Rue?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharming blue-green foliage and bright yellow flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent low-growing hedge, border, or container plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYellow flowers attract butterflies in June and July\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFragrant foliage can help repel insects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeer-resistant and drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sow Exotic","offers":[{"title":"Medium Coconut Coir Pot","offer_id":67632271229165,"sku":"A6-C4-RUE-M","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.webster.direct\/products\/rue-ruta-graveolens","provider":"Webster.Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}