Gift baskets and Easter flowers – Christchurch celebrates
Ever wondered why the date of Easter changes every year? Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday following the first full moon after the vernal equinox (the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere). Whereas the fixed vernal equinox is on 20th or 21st March, the full moon date is determined by the lunar cycle. A complete lunar cycle takes 29.5 days which, in comparison with the solar cycle of 365.25 days, means the calendars are out of sync and the reason why date of Easter is a moving feast falling on any Sunday between 22nd March and the 25th April.
Attention: This year the date for Easter falls on Sunday April 9th 2023.
The date of Easter is significant for the Christian faith as it marks the resurrection of Jesus representing the renewal life, hope and faith, and flowers embody these sentiments. The tradition of gifting at Easter has also been adopted by non-religious people as a way to celebrate the holiday and express joy, goodwill and gratitude.
Why do people send Easter flowers?
Symbolism: Flowers symbolise new beginnings, rebirth and renewal, which is why a fresh flowers delivery is used to mark the full spectrum of human experience – flowers to celebrate the birth of a baby through to funeral flowers. Easter is also associated with specific colours:
· White Easter flowers represent innocence, purity, and God's glory.
· Red Easter flowers symbolise the passion, sacrifice, and martyrdom.
· Purple Easter flowers recognise sacrifice, penance, and humility.
Gratitude: Flowers express gratitude and appreciation without a word being spoken; a visual symbol and reminder of the gratitude that you feel for the recipient and the positive impact they have had on your life.
Decoration: Religion aside, Easter is celebrated with a long weekend from work and a welcome opportunity for a gathering of friends and family. Adding colour, beauty and natural charm, flowers are fantastic way make the home a hospitable space.
· Fresh flower arrangements throughout the social space
· Stunning fresh flower wreaths to make your entrance welcoming
· Floral centrepieces to decorate the table to enhance the colour scheme
Feel-good factor: Arranging for a flower delivery for any occasion brings joy and happiness, brightening the recipients day – but it also makes you feel good too. Don’t underestimate the feel-good factor of gifting!
Easter gift hampers and baskets
As well as fresh flowers, our Victoria Street florist has a selection of gifts to help you create a bespoke Easter basket and gift hamper online for Christchurch delivery. From Easter Bunnies, a wrapped box of the finest of De Spa chocolates, luxurious Surmanti products through to a hearty whisky, Easter gifting is yours to discover.
If you are looking to send beautiful flowers or an Easter gift basket (delivery Christchurch), you are more than welcome to visit our flower shop in person, or contact us before making an online order for further advice or guidance. Court Florist do same day flower delivery Christchurch and to the rest of Canterbury but to avoid disappointment during this busy time.
