Romantic Herbs

We treasure herbs because of the special meanings they have acquired.

Here are a dozen herbs that brides over the centuries have included in their weddings, with the loving messages they convey.

• Apple blossom: We choose each other.

• Borage: We have courage for the road ahead.

• Clover (four-leaf): Good luck to us!

• Daisy: We are full of hope.

• Ivy: We will be faithful, clinging only to each other.

• Lavender: We are devoted to each other.

• Marjoram: What a joyful day!

• Mustard seed: We have faith in our future.

• Red rose: Our desire is for each other.

• Rosemary: We will always remember this day.

• Yarrow: Our love will be everlasting.

Young men and maids do ready stand
With sweet Rosemary in their hands.
A perfect token of your virgin's life.
To wait upon you they intend
Unto the church to make an end,
And God make thee a joyful wedded wife.
-- Old ballad