Myrtle Meaning — Symbolism, Colours & Gifting
What do myrtles symbolise? Their meaning in the language of flowers, colour by colour, plus when to give them — a florist's gifting guide.
Myrtle is a small-leaved evergreen shrub whose glossy, aromatic foliage has scented bridal work for centuries. Its dense, fine texture makes it a favourite for bouquet edging, boutonnieres and delicate garland detail, and a sprig is traditionally woven into royal wedding bouquets. Crushed leaves release a clean, herbal fragrance, and mature stems may carry tiny white flowers or dark blue-black berries. Florists value it for its neat form, symbolism of love and long history in ceremonial design.
TL;DR. Myrtles stand for love, marriage, fidelity, good luck and peace in the language of flowers. Colour shifts the message — red for love, white for purity, pink for gratitude.
What Myrtles symbolise
In the language of flowers myrtles carry meanings of love, marriage, fidelity, good luck and peace. A bouquet is never only decorative — the flower you choose, and the colour you choose it in, is a message. That is what makes myrtles such a considered gift: they say something the card alone cannot.
For the botany, varieties and full profile, see the Myrtle encyclopedia entry.
Myrtles by colour — what each shade says
Myrtles come in several colours, and each one tilts the meaning:
- Green myrtles — renewal, health and good fortune.
- White myrtles — purity, sympathy and fresh starts.
Browse arrangements and pairings by shade in the flowers by colour guide.
When to give Myrtles
Myrtles are a natural fit for weddings and bridal bouquets. Match the colour to the sentiment — love, thanks, congratulations or comfort — and the bouquet does the talking. For seasonal timing and what pairs well, see the Myrtle entry.
Myrtles in a meaningful bouquet
Meaning works best when it is intentional. Choose the colour for the message, keep the number of stems in mind (in many traditions odd numbers are for joy), and let the recipient know what the flowers say. Then give them the care they deserve — see how to keep myrtles fresh — so the message lasts as long as possible.
From the Lacy Bird studio. This guide is written by our florists. We deliver seasonal flowers across the UAE — see flower delivery in Dubai — and we teach floristry, from a first bouquet to running your own shop, at the Lacy Bird Academy.
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