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Tussie Mussies & Herbal Meanings
Tussie Mussie comes from a medieval word which means "sweet posie". Originally they were herbal nosegays carried by both men and women to help mask foul odors. They were used often during the time of the plague due to the disinfectant properties of herbs such as rosemary, thyme and sage. Eventually, they became part of Floriography, the art of sending messages by flowers. By the 18th century, during the Victorian Era, Tussie Mussies had gained great popularity. Many antique floral dictionaries were handed down from Mother to Daughter as a means of teaching them this very important social grace. Back then many English gardeners devoted whole beds of herbs for the sole purpose of creating Tussie Mussies.
The following lists a few herbs and they're associated meanings. Usually a Tussie Mussie is made with one flower or herb as the central part of the message, and then a layering around that with other herbs and flowers of similar meanings. When we made Tussie Mussies in our shop for Christmas, we used a red rose in the center to symbolize love, and various other herbs around it. We then wrapped them together with floral tape and added a gold doilie at the base. We topped it off with some pretty ribbon and placed them on our Christmas tree. They make lovely and thoughtful gifts and are quite easy to make.
Herb Meaning
Agrimony Thankfulness
Aloe Healing, protectors
Angelica Inspiration
Basil, sweet Best wishes, friendship
Bee balm Compassion
Borage Courage, bravery
Calendula Joy
Chamomile Wisdom, patience, resignation
Chervil Sincerity
Chives Usefulness
Cilantro Hidden worth, hidden feelings
Cornflower Delicacy
Coriander Merit
Dandelion Oracle, absurdity
Dill Good cheer, fortitude in adversity
Fennel Strength, endurance
Feverfew Protection
Foxglove Fickleness
Geranium, scented Happiness
Hops Injustice
Hyssop Cleanliness
Lavender Silence, recognition and acceptance of love
Lemon balm Sympathy, regeneration
Lemon verbena Enchantment
Marjoram, sweet Joy, happiness
Mint Wisdom
Myrtle Love, fertility
Nasturtium Conquest
Pansy Memories, courtship, loving thoughts
Pennyroyal Escape
Parsley Celebration, festivity
Rose Red=love, yellow=infidelity, white=silence
Rosemary Remembrance
Rue Repentance, grief
Saffron Marriage
Sage Wisdom, long life
Salad burnet Merry heart, gaiety, joy
Santolina Virtue
Savory Interest
Southernwood Constancy
Sweet woodruff Humility
Tansy Hostility
Tarragon, French Lasting involvement
Thyme Daring
Valerian Conciliation
Violet Innocence, modesty, loyalty
Yarrow Good heath
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