All Saints' Day: A Chance to Rediscover Fall Flowers
Remember: A few weeks ago, the Sessile editorial team gave you an overview of the trendiest fall flowers. This time, we’ll be focusing on All Saints’ Day on November 1. Here’s a quick look at one of the year’s most important floral highlights.
All Saints' Day: A Day to Honor the Dead
All Saints' Day is a highlight of the floral calendar: it is, in fact, the busiest time of year for florists in terms of sales volume, second only to the Christmas season, when traditional Christmas trees break all records. First comes All Saints' Day on November 1, followed by All Souls' Day on November 2.
The main reason for this surge in flower sales lies in the tradition surrounding All Saints’ Day: it is, in fact, the traditional day for honoring the deceased by placing flowers on their graves. Since the 19th century, the candles that once adorned graves and symbolized the transition from life to death have gradually been replaced by flowers, which have taken on the same role.
I'm picking out flowers for All Saints' Day
Today, flowers play an important role in funeral ceremonies, whether in the form of bouquets that adorn graves or funeral wreaths.
The undisputed star: the chrysanthemum
The star of the season is undoubtedly the chrysanthemum, which, because of its symbolism, is the quintessential flower for honoring the dead. Known as the “flower of the dead,” the tradition of the chrysanthemum dates back to the 19th century.
Although its meaning varies from place to place, its symbolism almost always refers to longevity and health. While in France it is the quintessential funeral flower, in Japan, Russia, and Korea it symbolizes eternity.
Her choice is mainly due to the fact that it is one of the last flowers to bloom at this time of year. Finally, it comes in a wide variety of colors, making it suitable for a range of tastes and settings.
The cyclamen, the other flower of All Saints' Day
Chrysanthemums are the queens ofautumn, but other late-blooming flowers can also be used to decorate graves. The key is that the varieties in question must be able to withstand the first frosts.
One example is the cyclamen, which produces elegant flowers at the end of the year, and whose striking colors can also serve as a heartfelt tribute to a loved one who has passed away. It is no coincidence that the cyclamen symbolizes the sincerity of one’s feelings. It is also hardy despite its delicate appearance, allowing it to withstand the seasonal weather.
In any case, Sessile is here to help you honor your departed loved ones. Contact the local florist near you for expert advice.
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