Dutch Flowers Sent to Vatican for 40th Year

For 40 years, Dutch flower growers have been sending arrangements to the Vatican for Easter. This year, around 10,000 flowers, including roses, tulips, and chrysanthemums, are being shipped to Pope Leo XIV for the Easter Mass. The tradition began after Pope John Paul II was impressed by the flowers he received during his visit to the Netherlands, and continues with arrangements created by Dutch florists.

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