Gorse is found dotted all over the Rhynie countryside; in fields, along roads and rivers, and on the high hillsides.  It flowers “when kissing is in season” and so you know kissing is permissible when you smell the lovely aroma of vanilla and coconut wafting through the air.  Gorse is a great flavouring for gorse, coconut  and vanilla cordial, or for adding to cakes for a yellow confetti effect.  A symbol of fertility, wear a sprig of gorse on your wedding dress if you are hoping for a large brood.