Spruce trees are also seen as symbols of kindness, peace, happiness, friendship, and of course, protection. Trees have protected humanity for thousands of years, either under the shelter of their branches or through the wood they provide.
This timeless tree has been used for centuries to signify resilience, strength, and everlasting life. Since losing a loved one can be one of our life's most trying times, this blue spruce makes a wonderful memorial gift.
The tree is a symbol of an uncompromising will to live, endurance, strength, and a free spirit that refuses to conform or live in servitude… The oil awakens one's spirit and it is good for people who lack courage, perseverance, self-confidence and patience.
Since ancient days, trees have been used to represent life, growth, wisdom, prosperity and more in legends, poetry, literature, and religion. We all know the symbolism behind an olive branch and the Tree of Knowledge from the Garden of Eden.
Spruce pulp is important in the paper industry, and timber from the trees is used in a variety of applications. Resonant spruce wood is used for sounding boards in pianos and the bodies of violins as well as in construction and for boats, airplanes, and barrels.
Spruce is useful as a building wood, commonly referred to by several different names including North American timber, SPF (spruce, pine, fir) and whitewood (the collective name for spruce wood).
Spruce trees range in height from about 50 to 150 feet (15 to 46 meters). Like many evergreens, spruces have a pyramid shape and short, fragrant needles. What makes spruces unique is that each needle grows out of the branch from a strong, woody peg.
The white jasmine tree is known for its beautiful and fragrant blossoms and is a symbol of sweet, romantic love. Like myrtle, it has become a popular choice in bridal bouquets, particularly for Tuscan weddings.
African Culture: There is a tree called the Baobab tree, which is generally regarded as the tree of life.
Birch tree is known for its slender and mysterious appearance. But they are more than a dramatic sight in the forest. Due to their ability to withstand harsh conditions and make their way through ideal growth, they symbolize hope and the use of opportunities through example.
Spruce is light and soft, but nevertheless has good strength and elasticity properties for its relatively light weight. It is not very susceptible to shrinkage and when dried remains stable. Its low natural durability can be compensated for by applying a protective coat of paint.
Spruce trees are mythologically important plants among Southwestern tribes, where they are symbols of the sky and directional guardians of the north. According to Hopi myth, the spruce tree was once a medicine man, Salavi, who transformed himself into a tree.
Etymology. From Middle English Spruce, an alteration of Pruce (“Prussia”), from Medieval Latin, from a Baltic language, probably Old Prussian; for more, see Prussia. Spruce, spruse (1412), and Sprws (1378) were terms for commodities brought to England by Hanseatic merchants (beer, wood, leather).
Evergreens often symbolize immortality and eternal life because they retain their leaves throughout the winter. To the Iroquois people, the white pine is a symbol of the Great Peace that united their separate nations into an enduring League.
The willow tree is sometimes referred to as the “weeping willow.” This name comes from the way raindrops run down its long leaves, making it look like the tree is crying. The weeping willow is therefore associated with grief and mourning in many cultures.
Cherry trees symbolize friendship, beauty.
The Tree of Life represents harmony and balance in nature, rebirth and a connection of the earthly and the spiritual. Trees are symbols of strength, individuality and expression, calmness, growth and the interconnectedness of everything. These are values and concepts which we aim to reflect in our Chaplaincy.
Tree of life in Buddhism
According to Buddhist tradition, the Bodhi tree is where Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment. It is situated near Bodh Gaya in India.
Crape Myrtle
Dating as far back into Greek mythology, the goddess of love, Aphrodite, considered the Crape Myrtle tree sacred. In fact, Polytheists believed her crown was crafted from its branches. Today, the blooms these trees produce are commonly used in weddings in Europe, including royal weddings.
Heliotrope. Just when you thought the rose was the most meaningful flower, the heliotrope steals the show; it means eternal love.
Rosa. Because of their connection to love, red roses are the most popular flower given on Valentine's Day Two byproducts from roses include rose oil and rose water. Giving a single stem, of any color rose, signifies “I love you”.
The three most popular types of Christmas trees are fir, spruce, and pine. All of these are coniferous evergreens that feature close-set needles.
The Norway spruce is the traditional Christmas tree.
Spruce is light and elastic at the same time. That is why the wood is also particularly suitable for use in construction. Spruce wood shrinks moderately and has excellent strength after careful drying. Only low-quality spruce wood with strong twisted growth shows deformation.
phrasal verb
spruced up; sprucing up; spruces up. : to make (someone or something) look cleaner, neater, or more attractive. We spruced up the room with a fresh coat of paint. I need to spruce myself up a bit before we go out to dinner.