Magic carpet creeping rhume (Sedum acre) is a low-growing ground cover plant known for its vibrant color and ability to tolerate harsh conditions. This hardy perennial is commonly used in garden landscapes and is valued for its ability to form a thick mat of foliage. The magic carpet creeping rhume gets its name from its ability to appear like a carpet on the ground. Its leaves are small and dense, resembling tiny round clusters. The leaves are succulent and are a bright green color, which turns a reddish hue during colder months. This plant is known for its adaptability to a variety of growing conditions.
Quite creepy and sad. The article was very convincing and so I doubt I’d ever want to visit there ! Reply
Robert Rutherford, a handsome and educated young man of means just arrived from England, is standing on the verandah with Annie Palmer, beautiful young widow and owner of the plantation. Three or four savage dogs rushed out the instant they perceived him, barking and showing their teeth at him; then a black boy quickly descended the steps and ran up with the question What massa want.
This plant is known for its adaptability to a variety of growing conditions. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is tolerant of poor and dry soils. It can withstand heat and drought, making it an ideal choice for areas with limited irrigation.
The White Witch of Rose Hall
Annie Palmer, the White Witch of Rose Hall, is the stuff of songs and legends. Yet she was also a real person who lived in Jamaica in the early 19th century and a morbidly fascinating figure in her own right. The fact that she now supposedly haunts Rose Hall makes her all the more interesting…
I recently took a tour of Rose Hall in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Here’s what I can remember of the sordid tale of Annie Palmer, after more rum-and-ginger-beers than I can count.
Miss Palmer was born in England, to parents of middling wealth, and raised in Haiti, but was orphaned at young age. She was primarily raised by her nanny, and schooled in the ways of Voodoo, which she soon adapted for her own nefarious purposes. Once she was in her late teens, she moved to Jamaica and used her skills to land herself a rich husband, John Palmer, the owner of Rose Hall, a stately home and vast sugar plantation near Montego Bay. Rose became the mistress of Rose Hall, and was soon revealed to be a malevolent, sadistic opportunist, who tortured her slaves for fun, and soon murdered not one but three husbands. Slaves lived in terror of her; men were under her spell. No living portrait of her exists, but some people think the petite woman dressed in red might be said to represent Annie:
Look closely at the children in this portrait
Annie Palmer loved the color red — color of blood, color of passion — and though she never bore children, she supposedly had this portrait painted to convince people she was indeed the motherly type. Nothing, of course, could be further from the truth. Look closely at the children in the painting. Do they seem stiff and unnatural, and overly posed? They possess none of the vibrancy and realism of the scarlet-clad Annie. In all likelihood, they were modeled on dolls, and here they remain wooden props in Annie’s unconvincing effort to seem human. It is impossible to see from this photograph, but if you find yourself walking beneath the painting, you will notice that Annie’s eyes follow you as you move. For she is still keeping watch on everything in the house… as a “duppy.”
Duppy is the Jamaican obeah term for a ghost or a malevolent spirit — they can manifest in human form, or in animal form. According to our guide, duppies often take the form of bats, so if you happen to see a bat flying low at twilight, beware.
Like most people who live lives of utter debauchery and sin, Annie Palmer eventually received her karmic punishment. After dispatching of three husbands and instigating a reign of terror on the plantation, one of her former slaves, Takoo, decided he’d had enough. Takoo had actually been freed by Annie because she chose him to be her lover. He visited her bedroom nightly and was by all accounts loyal to her — until she crossed a line. Never one to limit herself to just one lover, Annie set her eyes on the plantation’s accountant, one Robert Rutherford. But Rutherford only had eyes for a pretty young slave girl named Millicent — who happened to be Takoo’s grand-niece. Annie murdered Millicent out of jealousy, and to avenge her death, Takoo made love to Annie one final time, then strangled her in her bed.
The bed where Annie was murdered
But Annie’s voodoo retained its power from beyond the grave. Soon after she died, she began to make ghostly appearances around Rose Hall, driving servants, guests, and residents mad with terror. Before long, the house was abandoned and fell into ruin — for no one but Annie could ever be mistress of Rose Hall.
Rose Hall before the restoration
There was one family who did try to live at Rose Hall, in the early 1900s, but they were swiftly driven from the place when their maid was thrown from a second story balcony by an invisible set of hands.
The lethal balcony
Not only is the balcony the site of the poor maid’s death, but it was the very spot where Annie herself would stand to enjoy the spectacle of her slaves being tortured, which occurred in the yard below. After someone had been tortured to Annie’s satisfaction, they would be led down a set of steps to the dungeon below, where without food, medicine, or water, they would die in a matter of days.
The dungeon steps
After the death of the maid on the balcony, the new family fled Rose Hall and it lay in silent ruin until the 1960s, when it was then cleaned up, restored, and revived for public use as a historic house and plantation. Now, lush green golf courses, high end hotels, and a busy staff cater to the island’s wealthiest tourists. Surprisingly, Rose Hall is a popular place for weddings — just a stone’s throw from where Annie rests quietly, but not soundly, in her grave.
Annie Palmer’s Grave
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Magic carpet creeping rhume is relatively low-maintenance and requires minimal care once established. It is a fast-growing plant that spreads rapidly, filling in empty spaces and preventing weeds from growing. It is often used as a ground cover for erosion control on hillsides and slopes. In addition to its functional benefits, the magic carpet creeping rhume also adds aesthetic value to a landscape. Its dense growth and vibrant color make it an attractive choice for borders, rock gardens, and container plantings. It is also suitable for filling in gaps between stepping stones or paving. Propagation of this plant can be done through stem cuttings or division. It is a hardy plant that can bounce back from harsh conditions, making it a popular choice for beginner gardeners or those looking for a low-maintenance option. Overall, the magic carpet creeping rhume is a versatile ground cover plant that adds beauty and functionality to any garden or landscape. Its ability to form a dense carpet-like mat, tolerate harsh conditions, and provide erosion control makes it a valuable addition to any outdoor space..
Reviews for "The Versatile Uses of Magic Carpet Creeping Rhume Ground Cover in Landscaping"
- Jane - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with the Magic carpet creeping rhume ground cover. I bought it because I thought it would provide a lush and colorful ground cover for my garden, but it ended up looking very dull and patchy. The plants were not as densely packed as I expected, and many of them didn't survive. I was also disappointed with the overall appearance of the ground cover, as it looked more like weedy grass than a desirable plant. Overall, I would not recommend the Magic carpet creeping rhume ground cover for anyone looking for a vibrant and attractive ground cover option.
- Mike - 1 star - I was very unsatisfied with the Magic carpet creeping rhume ground cover. The plants arrived in a terrible condition and did not recover despite my best efforts to revive them. Additionally, they did not spread as advertised, leaving large bare patches in my garden. The overall appearance of the ground cover was very disappointing, and it did not provide the lush and dense coverage I was looking for. I would not recommend this product to anyone.
- Sarah - 2 stars - I was not impressed with the Magic carpet creeping rhume ground cover. It did not live up to its claims of being low maintenance, as I had to spend a lot of time and effort trying to get the plants to establish and spread in my garden. Many of the plants did not survive, and the ones that did were not as vibrant and healthy-looking as I had hoped. The ground cover also didn't provide the dense coverage I was looking for, and it looked sparse and unappealing. I would not purchase this ground cover again.