20/09/2022
“At His Majesty The King’s request, the wreath contains flowers and foliage cut from the gardens of Buckingham Palace, Clarence House and Highgrove House.
This includes foliage chosen for its symbolism.
Rosemary for remembrance; Myrtle, the ancient symbol of a happy marriage, and cut from a plant that was grown from a sprig in Her Late Majesty’s wedding bouquet in 1947.
And English oak, which symbolizes the strength of love.
Also included are:
Scented Pelargoniums, garden roses, autumnal hydrangeas, , dahlias, sedum and scabious, all in shades of pinks , hints of gold and deep burgundy, with touches of white, to reflect the Royal Standard.
Also at His Majesty’s request, the wreath is made in a totally sustainable way, in a nest of Engish moss and oak branches, and without the use of floral foam.”
Disclaimer - the wreath is not our work
