The Intricacies of Lace Woven in Flowers
Swaying in the breeze, Queen Annes Lace graces meadows, gardens, and roadsides, harkening to the news of summer’s waning days.
My favorite wildflower, Queen Anne’s Lace, is known for its fern-like foliage and large flower heads of little white flowers. It is tall and graceful, blooming profusely in many parts of the world and across the United States.
There are many legends surrounding the name. A popular one is Queen Anne was making lace when she pricked her finger, shedding a drop of blood on the lace, mimicking the red center in the flower’s center. The delicate flowers are also a symbol of beauty, and women used to add them to their baths in hopes of attracting love.
33 years ago, I added them to my wedding bouquet of old-fashioned roses, and it’s still the prettiest bouquet I have ever seen.
