A unique aspect of this herbal bouquet is that after the wedding, the herbs can be dried and placed in a potpourri basket for the bride to keep as a remembrance of that special day. Also, some of the plants can be removed from the bouquet and used as cuttings to start houseplants that will live on in the family. Rosemary stands for remembrance and adds fragrance and silvery texture to the arrangement. Mint adds fragrance to the bouquet and, like ivy, can be rooted and grown as a keepsake. It spreads in the garden like crazy, so keep it in a pot.
Sage stands for the virtue of the bride.
Southernwood is another plant that adds fragrance and texture to the bouquet. Myrtle , when used in a wedding, stands for fertility. The late Princess Diana had some of Queen Victoria's myrtle in her own wedding bouquet. Lavender means best wishes for the bride and groom. Roses stand for true love, of course.