10 Symbolic Choices & Their Meanings (2025)
What do you think of when you think about Easter flowers?
– Easter Lilies?
– Daffodils?
– Tulips?
Ever wondered why these blooms have come to symbolise this holiday?
Discover the fascinating meaning behind popular Easter flower choices, as well as a few Blooming Haus-recommended options too.
Easter Flowers & What They Mean
1. Easter Lily
2. Daffodil
3. Tulip
4. Easter Cactus
5. Gerbera Daisy
6. Iris
7. Gypsophila (Baby’s Breath)
8. Hyacinth
9. Unusual Blooms for Easter
10. Bring the Beauty of Flowers to Your Home at Easter
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Easter flowers signal that spring has officially sprung (or is about to), and they are a beautiful way to bring colour and life to your space for the sunnier days ahead.
Whether you’re looking for a stunning bouquet or a dainty table decoration, browse our online flower shop for seasonal and sustainable options.
1. Easter Lily
The Easter Lily (Lilium longiflorum) is a traditional Easter flower.
These trumpet-shaped blooms have come to represent spring.
They are a striking addition to any garden or interior setting, with the pure white beauty of the flower set against the vivid green of the stem.
They are also often seen decorating homes, offices, and churches at Easter.
What does the Easter Lily symbolise?
This flower symbolises purity, rebirth, and new beginnings.
It is a particularly fitting choice of floral decor for those who have recently moved into a new home or welcomed a new baby.
From a religious perspective, the Easter Lily is often associated with the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is central to the Easter celebration for many people.
It also has associations with Pagan traditions, where it is linked to motherhood – making these blooms a meaningful way to honour a mother at Easter.
2. Daffodil
Few sights signal the arrival of spring quite like daffodils.
These brightly coloured blooms are certain to make you smile.
Traditionally daffodil flowers are yellow or white in colour, though they can also be found in shades of orange and pink.
They have a familiar trumpet-shaped centre surrounded by petals.
We adore them so much you’ll find them in our “Colours of Spring” bouquet.
Fun fact: the daffodil is the national flower of Wales.
These brightly coloured blooms are certain to make you smile.
Traditionally daffodil flowers are yellow or white in colour, though they can also be found in shades of orange and pink.
They have a familiar trumpet-shaped centre surrounded by petals.
We adore them so much you’ll find them in our “Colours of Spring” bouquet.
Fun fact: the daffodil is the national flower of Wales.
What does the Daffodil symbolise?
Daffodils bring a burst of sunshine to any surroundings, which is why they are so popular at Easter when people are embracing the vitality of spring.
When it comes to meaning, daffodils are associated with happiness and hope – qualities that resonate at any time of year.
Another quality these blooms carry is resilience, which makes the gift of daffodils at Easter a particularly thoughtful gesture for someone who may need their spirits lifted.
When it comes to meaning, daffodils are associated with happiness and hope – qualities that resonate at any time of year.
Another quality these blooms carry is resilience, which makes the gift of daffodils at Easter a particularly thoughtful gesture for someone who may need their spirits lifted.
3. Tulip
Early spring wouldn’t be the same without these bright and beautiful blooms.
We love that there is a myriad of tulip colours – from red, pink, and orange to deeper shades like brown, black, and bronze – making them a perfect fit for any colour scheme.
Depending on the variety, tulip flowers can be single, double, ruffled, fringed, or lily-shaped.
A particular favourite here is the parrot tulip. Their fringed, ruffled petals and vivid colours make these blooms a standout choice.
We love that there is a myriad of tulip colours – from red, pink, and orange to deeper shades like brown, black, and bronze – making them a perfect fit for any colour scheme.
Depending on the variety, tulip flowers can be single, double, ruffled, fringed, or lily-shaped.
A particular favourite here is the parrot tulip. Their fringed, ruffled petals and vivid colours make these blooms a standout choice.
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What does the Tulip symbolise?
Tulips are often at the centre of Easter displays in churches, businesses, and homes. They bring with them a sense of joy.
Different colours also carry their own symbolism:
– White tulips signify forgiveness
– Purple tulips represent faith
– Red tulips symbolise passion
– Yellow tulips represent sunshine
You could choose an array of different coloured tulips as your Easter flowers, or give someone a gift of these jewels of nature at this special time of year.
Different colours also carry their own symbolism:
– White tulips signify forgiveness
– Purple tulips represent faith
– Red tulips symbolise passion
– Yellow tulips represent sunshine
You could choose an array of different coloured tulips as your Easter flowers, or give someone a gift of these jewels of nature at this special time of year.
4. Easter Cactus
These brightly coloured succulents adorn many a home and office space at Easter.
Available in colours including white, red, orange, peach, lavender, and pink, their blooms have an unusual trumpet shape.
Their popularity also has a lot to do with the sculptural, architectural appearance of the plant itself – pleasing to the eye even after blooming is complete.
What does the Easter Cactus symbolise?
The name of these plants tells you that they are associated with Easter.
They are also said to symbolise rebirth.
If you know someone who has recently started a new chapter in their life, these Easter flowers could be the perfect gift for them.
5. Gerbera Daisy
These brightly coloured blooms are amongst the most popular cut flowers in the world – and it is not hard to see why.
You’ll find gerbera daisies in an array of colours from pastel shades to vibrant tones like orange and red, making them an ideal choice for a springtime celebration like Easter.
You’ll find gerbera daisies in an array of colours from pastel shades to vibrant tones like orange and red, making them an ideal choice for a springtime celebration like Easter.
What does the Gerbera Daisy symbolise?
Given their joyful appearance, it is no surprise that gerbera daisies are said to represent cheerfulness.
They also symbolise innocence and purity, which makes them a popular choice for anyone recognising the religious significance of Easter.
Gerbera daisies make an excellent Easter flower choice for anyone who could do with some brightness and hope in their life.
They also symbolise innocence and purity, which makes them a popular choice for anyone recognising the religious significance of Easter.
Gerbera daisies make an excellent Easter flower choice for anyone who could do with some brightness and hope in their life.
6. Iris
There are around 300 species of Iris.
Many flower during late spring and summer, though some varieties bloom earlier in spring, making them popular as Easter flowers.
The most common colour for iris is purple, though they can be found in blue, yellow, white, pink, orange, red, and black – making it easy to bring together a variety of shades for a stunning arrangement.
Many flower during late spring and summer, though some varieties bloom earlier in spring, making them popular as Easter flowers.
The most common colour for iris is purple, though they can be found in blue, yellow, white, pink, orange, red, and black – making it easy to bring together a variety of shades for a stunning arrangement.
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What does the Iris symbolise?
The iris is famously associated with Van Gogh, who returned to the flower again and again as a subject – a testament to the enduring power of nature to inspire.
As luxury florists, we understand the passion that flowers like the iris can evoke.
The iris also symbolises the Passion of Christ, giving it a direct link to Easter.
Whether religious or not, anyone would love to receive these Easter flowers, which are also considered to represent wisdom.
As luxury florists, we understand the passion that flowers like the iris can evoke.
The iris also symbolises the Passion of Christ, giving it a direct link to Easter.
Whether religious or not, anyone would love to receive these Easter flowers, which are also considered to represent wisdom.
7. Gypsophila (Baby’s Breath)
This delicate white or pink flower is also known as Baby’s Breath.
It is a favourite in bouquets and one of the most versatile cut flowers available, combining beautifully with almost any other bloom – though it is equally stunning on its own.
What does Gypsophila symbolise?
These delicate clouds of flowers symbolise everlasting love, which is why they are so popular as wedding flowers. If you are getting married around Easter, they make a particularly meaningful choice.
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Gypsophila is also often included in Easter arrangements for new mothers, owing to its associated meaning of innocence.
8. Hyacinth
Hyacinths are loved as much for their scent as they are for their appearance.
The power of their fragrance fills the air and combines with their colourful blooms to bring the joy of spring into any home or business.
The flowers are tubular in shape and can be found in a variety of colours including white, blue, purple, pink, and red.
What does the Hyacinth symbolise?
The pastel shades of the hyacinth convey the peace, calm, and joy commonly associated with Easter.
These flowers are also often seen as representing commitment, which is why they sometimes appear as Easter flowers in Christian churches.
Anyone who embraces the spirit of Easter, religious or not, is sure to appreciate the pastel shades and glorious scent of the hyacinth.
9. Unusual Blooms for Easter
Traditional Easter flowers like tulips and daffodils are wonderful. But at Blooming Haus we love to approach things differently.
We have a passion for innovative floral design and we are always looking to embrace new ideas and create unexpected floral combinations.
With this in mind, we would like to introduce two unusual Easter flowers we love: Lily of the Valley and Pussy Willow.
Lily of the Valley
This woodland flowering plant has a quiet, understated beauty that can brighten any space, from apartments to offices.
You will probably be most familiar with the white flowers of Lily of the Valley, though they come in pink too.
They work beautifully alongside other Easter flowers, but as you can see, they are equally striking on their own.
You will probably be most familiar with the white flowers of Lily of the Valley, though they come in pink too.
They work beautifully alongside other Easter flowers, but as you can see, they are equally striking on their own.
What does Lily of the Valley symbolise?
Lily of the Valley is also known as Mary’s tears. Legend has it that the bell-shaped flowers are tears shed by the Virgin Mary, giving them a religious connection that makes them a fitting choice as Easter flowers.
Outside of this religious symbolism, Lily of the Valley symbolises happiness, youth, purity, and sincerity – making it a wonderful Easter flower for homes where children are sharing in the joy of the occasion.
Pussy Willow
Technically pussy willow is not a flower, but we use it in our floral creations to add texture and interest.
Pussy willow is a name for the smaller species of willows and sallows when their furry catkins emerge in early spring. These catkins and their branches make wonderful additions to unusual Easter arrangements.
Pussy willow is a name for the smaller species of willows and sallows when their furry catkins emerge in early spring. These catkins and their branches make wonderful additions to unusual Easter arrangements.
What does Pussy Willow symbolise?
There are various meanings associated with pussy willow.
It is known as a symbol of motherhood, and it also symbolises recovery from illness.
If you know someone who has been unwell and would appreciate a thoughtful lift, including pussy willow in a gift of Easter flowers could be a particularly meaningful choice.
10. Bring the Beauty of Flowers to Your Home at Easter
As luxury floral designers we have a passion for the way flowers bring the beauty of nature into any space.
Our founders Michal and Michael have shared this passion since childhood. Michal speaks fondly of being influenced by his mother and grandmother, both keen gardeners. Michael has always been drawn to the different colour palettes of the seasons.
For spring, these colour palettes often revolve around bright yellows, whites, and pastel shades – all of which are popular choices for Easter flowers.
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Innovation and creativity are always central to how we work.
We embrace a variety of colour and scent choices when creating our original Easter flower collections, using fresh flowers and foliage from trusted suppliers who are locally based where possible.
The result is a unique collection that is as beautiful as a decorative display in your home or commercial space as it is as a thoughtful and creative Easter gift.
We embrace a variety of colour and scent choices when creating our original Easter flower collections, using fresh flowers and foliage from trusted suppliers who are locally based where possible.
The result is a unique collection that is as beautiful as a decorative display in your home or commercial space as it is as a thoughtful and creative Easter gift.
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Every aspect of what we do has sustainability at its core, so you can embrace the spirit of Easter and protect the world around you at the same time.
We use compostable products, reuse flower packaging, and partner with Ecofleet for smaller deliveries to help reduce our carbon footprint.
We use compostable products, reuse flower packaging, and partner with Ecofleet for smaller deliveries to help reduce our carbon footprint.
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Ready to bring colourful Easter flowers to your home or office space? Take a look at our shop and choose from a collection of expertly crafted floral creations.
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