bridal wreath

Cascading white shrub

Bridal wreath is a shrub of the genus Spiraea, cultivated for its cascading clusters of small white flowers that bloom in spring.

The arching branches heavy with blossoms suggest a bride's veil or floral garland: The bridal wreath along the fence was in full bloom.

Also called spirea.

shrub

spirea

Rosaceous ornamental shrub

landscaping · hedge · cultivar · blooms · foliage · hardiness · propagation · gardening · horticulture · nursery

wedding

bouquet

Arranged cluster of blooms

  • ceremonyFormal event marking occasions
  • veilFabric that obscures
  • aisleCorridor between seating sections

altar · chapel · nuptials · vows · marriage · groom · ringbearer · reception · matrimony · processional

floral

petals

Colored bloom segments

lilies · peonies · orchids · jasmine · gardenia · white flowers · cascading · delicate · fragrant · blossom

symbolism

purity

Uncontaminated quality

new beginnings · devotion · fidelity · sanctity · blessing · tradition · virtue · grace · elegance · romance

spring

vernal

Relating to spring

blossoms · seasonal · flowering · April · May · growth · greenery · pollination · garden · awakening

Categories
Opposites
marital status symbolism

bridal wreathwidow's weeds

Bereaved woman's black garments

mourning veil · funeral wreath · black armband · bachelor · spinster

plant symbolism and association

bridal wreathweeping willow

Tree with pendulous branches

cypress · yew · black rose · hemlock · belladonna

Family

bride, wreath, bridal, bridegroom, bride-to-be, bridesmaid, bridesman

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G