Since time immemorial, all types of plants, but particularly herbs and flowers, have had special meanings. In earlier centuries it became very popular to send bouquets or posies of flowers with hidden messages of love and friendship, for example a posy of thyme, mint and sorrel would convey affection.
Bay wreath ~ Reward of merit
Basil ~ Love
Balm ~ Sympathy
Chamomile ~ Energy in adversity, initiative
Coriander ~ concealed merit, hidden worth
Cowslip ~ Pensiveness, happiness
Elder ~ Zealousness
Fennel ~ Force and strength
Garden sage ~ Esteem
Hop ~ Injustice
Hyssop ~ Cleanliness
Lavender ~ Distrust; sweets to the sweet
Marigold ~ Despair, grief; honesty
Marjoram ~ Blushes
Mint ~ Virtue
Nasturtium ~ Patriotism, optimism, splendour
Parsley ~ Feasting, festivity; useful knowledge
Pennyroyal ~ Flee away
Peppermint ~ Cordiality
Rocket ~ Rivalry
Rosemary ~ Remembrance; your presence revives me
Sage ~ Domestic virtue, wisdom
Sorrel ~ Affection
Southernwood ~ Bantering, jest
Spearmint ~ Warmth of sentiment
Sweet Basil ~ Good wishes
Thyme ~ Energy, affection
Verbena ~ You have my confidence
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Now I know EXACTLY which seeds to give to whomever!
ReplyDeleteGives a whole new meaning to subtle message doesn't it ;)
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