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Flower
Facts
Flowers
have different meaning for birth months. In wedding
lore, they have their own meanings. You should check
with your florist to find out what is in season and
reasonable to keep your floral costs within budget.
The carrying of flowers by the bride has its roots in
ancient times when it was believed that strong
smelling herbs and spices would ward off and drive
away evil spirits, bad luck and ill health. Garlic and
chives were also popular for the same reason. During
Roman times, this tradition was extended, with the
bride and groom wearing floral garlands signifying new
life and hope for fertility. During Victorian times,
flowers took on an additional significance as lovers
would send messages to each other using different
flowers, with each flower having its own meaning.
These associations were soon adopted for the bride’s
bouquet and are still used today by many brides. The
most popular flowers with their traditional meanings
are:
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