Herbs for a brides bouquet?

I`ve been thinking(look out :rolleyes: )and my plan is to buy plants from a nursery and grow on at allotment.Then,cut and arrange everything myself. :eek:
I havn`t yet decided on every type but would like to include Thyme(i read somewhere it gives you courage! :D )
I`ve e-mailed for a catalogue from a nursery up in Ayrshire,Barwinnocks,and also asked for advice.I realise alot of plants will wilt not long after cutting but some would be OK?
Do you think it`s possible? I know i ain`t the sharpest knife in the draw,BUT,i would love to be able to do this.
Any and all advice appreciated.

 

It sounds a lovely idea, Elaine - but I don't know about the practicalities. I'm sure it would be possible to contrive a way of keeping them relatively fresh, if you could incorporate some sort of grip for the bouquet that could contain some of the gel you put into hanging baskets.

There has to be somewhere on the net that tells you what various herbs signify - all I can remember is the quote "Rosemary, that's for remembrance" and that's as far as I can help, sorry!

Here's a site I've found that tells you the sort of thing, not just herbs, but flowers too

here

 

Sounds like a lovely idea elaine, it could be really pretty and would smell gorgeous! You could be quite broad in your definition of herbs, e.g. include nasturtiums and violas perhaps if you wanted to add some colour. I have lemon thyme and lemon balm, both smell beautiful and lemon balm is great for soothing the nerves which might be helpful!
Just did a very quick google search for "meanings of herbs" and pulled up loads of pages, here's a link to one -
herbs for weddings

 

What an excellent link, Claire! Wish I'd found that one!

 

Thankyou.I`ve been waiting for my turn on the computer.(mr.fiz is addicted to Ebay)Those 2 links are fantastic.So much information and helpful ideas.I know i`ll be referring back to them alot.

 

what a lovely idea, elainefiz! Although I never had the chance to hold one...I notice that usually they tend to be quite compact and matching the style of the dress. If I know that you are interested, I will find out some more...cheers!

 

myrtle is a traditional addition (you try saying that after a cooking sherry) to wedding bouquets.
Not sure if it is strictly a herb though!

Sounds like a lovely idea though!

 

Thanks ever so much,everyone.
It`s true what they say then...You can say so much,without saying a single word.

 

I do like that link, Shiney! Pretty comprehensive - even how to make it!! Excellent stuff! :D

 

bought two brilliant books about herbs this morning from the local charity shop. Both by Jekka McVicar - cottage garden herbs, and culinary herbs. Each 75p. Bargain!

 

Fantastic Link!!!!

 

What a lovely idea Elaine and I wish you lots of luck!

When we are invited out and need some flowers to take for the hostess, we always buy what is called a Biedermeier Strau�Ÿ. It is a Mussie Tussie (never heard that name before!)and they come in all sorts and colours. I quite like the thought of making one up with various herbs. Those links are all very good.