Throughout history, many cultures have described flowers as objects of beauty and have written about them frequently in poetry. Flowers express love, romance, kindness, and affection. It?s no wonder that flowers are used so prominently in happy occasions, such as weddings. Let us delve into the tradition of throwing bridal bouquets and the meanings behind the diverse types of flowers used in ceremonies.
History of Throwing the Bouquet

The tradition of throwing a wedding bouquet is steeped in rich history throughout many cultures. Long ago, the ancient Greeks and Romans used fragrant herbs and spices to ward off nasty evil spirits or bad luck, and wore garlands or carried flowers to signify new beginnings, fertility, and loyalty.
In the Middle Ages, English brides threw bouquets of fragrant herbs, such as dill, to represent lust. They used spices in the bouquet to ward off evil spirits, bad luck, and mask body odor. Brides were considered lucky, so guests would try to grab something belonging to her (such as her dress, hair, or flowers) to improve their luck. To make her escape, the bride threw her bouquet into the crowd. This is where the tradition of throwing the bouquet is thought to have begun. During the Victorian era, flowers became common in wedding bouquets, such as when Queen Victoria married Prince Albert. She carried a small bouquet of Galanthus Snowdrops (also known as posies, which were her bridegroom?s favorite flower), myrtle (an addition to her bouquet from...