Flowers Sent to Vatican for Easter.
Dutch flower growers send arrangements to the Vatican for Easter. Around 10,000 flowers are being sent to Pope Leo XIV. This tradition started after the Pope was pleased with flowers from the Netherlands.
For forty years, Dutch flower growers have delivered bouquets to the Vatican for the Easter celebration. These arrangements include roses, tulips, and chrysanthemums. The tradition began when Pope John Paul II liked the flowers he received during a visit to the Netherlands. The flowers are now given to the current Pope. This practice is part of a strategy to show the Netherlands’ influence through diplomacy.
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Highlights
40-Year Tradition of Flowers
Dutch flower growers have sent arrangements to the Vatican for 40 years.
Flowers for Pope Leo XIV
Around 10,000 flowers are being sent to the Pope for Easter.
Tulips as Diplomatic Gifts
Tulips are given as gifts to represent the Netherlands.
Soft Power Strategy
The flower gifting is a ‘soft power’ strategy.
Tradition Started After Visit
The tradition began after Pope John Paul II was impressed by the flowers.