Easter Flowers and Plants Gift Ideas

Happy Easter!! Today marks a special occasion to remember a long-standing tradition among Christian believers.

A remembrance of the resurrection and rebirth of Christ, this day is an opportunity to share easter gifts that symbolize new and hopeful beginnings. 

What is Easter Sunday?

Easter Sunday is the last day of the Holy Week celebration. This marks an important holiday among Christian believers as it commemorates the resurrection of Jesus from the dead three days after his crucifixion. 

For many believers, Easter Sunday depicts the victory of Christ over death and sin. And so, it’s also viewed as a day of renewal, rebirth, and renewal of faith. Nevertheless, it’s not only through religious activities that one could engage in the celebration of Easter Sunday. 

There are many non-religious traditions to observe during this day. It includes activities like Easter egg hunts, egg decorating, and egg rolling for kids. For adults, decorating easter flowers is a thing along with the preparation of easter brunch and snacks.

For some gardeners, planting flowers and other plants during Easter is also a tradition that they practice. 

When is Easter Sunday Celebrated?

There’s no fixed date when it comes to the celebration of Easter Sunday except that it has to fall between March 22 and April 25. It’s one of those movable feasts that is celebrated annually. This year, in 2023, Easter Sunday falls on April 09. 

In general, Easter celebrations take place after the first full moon on or after the March equinox. Hence, it also is a great idea to couple this occasion with a few spring plants and flowers. 

Plants and Flowers to Give on Easter Sunday

If you’re still thinking of which plant and flower species to give this Easter, here are some recommendations from Plantly. 

Easter Cactus (Hatiora gaertneri)

The bright red flowers of the Easter cactus appear just in time for the Easter celebration. It’s a perfect flowering plant to give your friends and neighbors as it will add color to any home or garden. It looks almost the same as its relative, the Christmas cactus. 

Since it belongs to the Cactaceae family, this plant has segmented and flattened cladodes (instead of leaves) that branch out and hang like pendulums. It will be perfect when potted in hanging baskets. The good thing is that the flowers will continue to show their blooms for a period of 20 days, making it a treat even before Easter is over.

This is a perfect gift for every new and inexperienced gardener as it’s easy to grow and requires less maintenance. Click here for a detailed care guide on how to care for your easter cactus.

Easter Lily (Lilium longiflorum)

Easter lily has gained the reputation of being a staple flower in decorating churches and gathering areas during Easter. Thanks to its white flowers that symbolize purity, rebirth, new beginnings, and hope. You can even use them on floral arrangements to decorate your homes or create bouquets. 

The showy, trumpet-shaped flowers could last a week or two. Just make sure it receives bright light and cool temperature for the flowering to continue. Once the flowers are spent, don’t throw away the plant. Rather, replant the bulb in a pot and allow it to grow.

With proper care and the environment, Easter lilies will bloom again next year.

Daffodils (Narcissus pseudonarcissus)

Daffodils are known to signal the change of season from Winter to Spring. It’s among the flowering plants that are early to bring a new splash of color to your garden after a long period of icy snow. The bright yellow flowers create a refreshing view as they represent rebirth and new beginnings.

Due to the timing of their flowering, daffodils are often used as decorations on Easter Day. Some churches even relate its blooming period with the 40 Days of Lent. Depending on the daffodil variety, the blooming period could last from six weeks to six months. Such a long time, isn’t it?

You can give potted daffodils this Easter to anyone you wish to. Don’t worry because they’re very easy to grow and maintain.

Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides)

A symbol of love, purity, and peace, gardenia is another perfect indoor plant to give away this Easter. It produces showy and fragrant cream-white flowers, which is a perfect species to plant along your patios. You can even harvest the flowers and arrange them in a vase to add beauty and scent to your living space. 

Gardenias may not flower early in Spring or just in time for Easter, but they will produce spectacular blooms after the celebration is over. Hence, you could enjoy those blooms up until early Summer. 

To make sure to maximize its beauty, we recommend giving your gardenia plant extra care and attention. Give this to people you know who are more acquainted and patient in gardening. 

Gerbera Daisy (Gerbera jamesonii)

Gerberas are beautiful and simple flowers that come in various colors. They’re usually associated with characters of innocence, purity, cheerfulness, and loyal love. They’re popular for giftings on almost all occasions including Easter Sunday. 

You could easily arrange a bouquet or vase of beautiful gerberas and give it to anyone you love. And make sure to arrange some to put on your countertop as well. For sure, the combination of colors will brighten up your day. 

Gerbera flowers could last for weeks. If you wish to have a steady supply of gerbera-cut flowers, you can cultivate them in your very own garden. With proper care, they could live for two to three years.

Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla)

The thing about hydrangeas is that they’re a perfect gift either as a potted plant or as a floral arrangement. The bunch of flowers is gorgeous and showy. And the most fascinating part is that they change colors depending on the soil’s acidity. 

Hydrangeas bloom in spring, summer, or late fall. Hence, they could also be utilized for Easter Sunday celebrations. Their flowers could last for weeks and they’ll keep on producing new ones until the growing season is over. 

Not all hydrangeas are easy to grow. Some require a bit of TLC. Thankfully, we have oakleaf hydrangeas that are beginner-friendly.

Lenten Rose (Helleborus orientalis)

The name Lenten Rose speaks so much about this plant is perfectly suited for Easter celebrations. It symbolizes the 40 days of the Lenten season. Some call it the Easter Rose.

The flowers have colors white to pink or even rose-purple. They bloom from late winter to early spring. Even as they greet you early with those blooms, Lenten roses will continue to show their flowers for about 8 to 10 weeks.

Lenten rose is a beautiful element in floral arrangements. You could arrange them in bouquets along with green foliage and present them as a gift this Easter Sunday.

Orchids

White and purple orchids are typically popular during Easter Day. It’s because these colors are the colors of Lent and Easter. So, it’s a good idea to buy a pot or two of orchids for gift-giving. 

Orchid blooms are generally long-lasting, about 6 to 8 weeks. Hence, even after Easter Day is over, you’d still enjoy the gorgeous flowers until they’re fully spent. 

There are many species of orchids to choose from but the best ones suited for beginners are the moth orchids or Phalaenopsis. They thrive well in an average indoor environment.

Azalea

Not only is azalea a delightful flower to celebrate the Spring season, but it’s also a perfect ornamental decoration on Easter Sunday. Its wild and natural look will surely add an exotic and refreshing look to your bare space. You can have them either indoors or outdoors. 

You can gift potted azaleas to your loved ones. You can guarantee that those colorful blooms will add color to their lives for about three weeks. They would normally produce flowers from late March to mid-May. 

There’s a wide range of options for azaleas. You can choose a combination of different colors, sizes, and shapes to achieve a more diverse look in your garden should you plant them.

Iris

Iris flowers have a very significant symbolism that relates to the celebration of Easter. This plant and its flowers signify the Passion of Christ and His Resurrection. Its sword-like petals are a representation of faith, valor, and wisdom. 

Most irises produce their blooms in spring or summer. However, relative to other flowers, iris blooms can be short-lived. They only last for 5 to 7 days when taken as cut flowers. So, make sure to place them in a vase with clean water to keep them hydrated. 

The good thing is that this outdoor plant is easy to grow. You can give away bulbs or rhizomes to be used for propagation.