Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary

How does your garden grow?
  1. Rose
    • Origin:

      Latin
    • Meaning:

      "rose, a flower"
    • Description:

      Rose is derived from the Latin rosa, which referred to the flower. There is also evidence to suggest it was a Norman variation of the Germanic name Hrodohaidis, meaning "famous type," and also Hros, "horse". In Old English it was translated as Roese and Rohese.
  2. Juniper
    • Origin:

      English from Latin tree name
    • Meaning:

      "young"
    • Description:

      Juniper is a nature name that we really like. While it's trendiest for girls -- about 2500 baby girls were named Juniper in 2022 versus 34 baby boys -- the most notable Juniper in history was the saint Brother Juniper, a follower of Saint Francis renowned for his generosity. Blessed Junipero Serra, who founded the first of the California Missions, took his name from the earlier Saint Juniper.
  3. Linden
    • Origin:

      Variation of Lyndon
    • Meaning:

      "linden tree hill"
    • Description:

      The graceful, natural image of the verdant shade tree transcends any connection with President Johnson.
  4. Violet
    • Daisy
      • Poppy
        • Willow
          • Tulip
            • Ivy
              • Flora
                • Petal
                  • Marigold
                    • Iris
                      • Laurel
                        • Olive
                          • Lily
                            • Magnolia
                              • Fleur
                                • Lavender
                                  • Rosemary