Easter: sending flowers in Christchurch to celebrate

19 March 2024

Easter means ‘a feast of fresh flowers’, and as the best florist in Christchurch, New Zealand, Fleur’s creative team adore this interpretation. It’s a time of celebration and a wonderful reason to get together with family and friends. At the heart of every celebration, flowers always play a significant role, and Easter is no different. Whether you are hosting, being a guest, or sending apologies for being unable to attend, an Easter flower bouquet, is always welcome.


Why are flowers given at Easter?

For those who celebrate its Christian roots, flowers at Easter time are particularly poignant. They represent new life, symbolising the new life given to Jesus when he resurrected on Easter Sunday, and it is the end of Lent, a period of fasting and penitence. However, the long weekend and opportunity to gather with loved ones enables people of all religions and belief systems to enjoy Easter.


The best flowers to send for Easter

Flowers are symbolic, and there are both secular and non-secular meanings associated with different types of flowers:


Beautiful and elegant lilies

Lilies represent purity, new beginnings and rebirth which makes them a popular choice for a flower delivery in Christchurch when people have welcomed a new baby or moved to a new home. From a religious perspective, the lily traditionally represents the resurrection of Jesus. 



a bouquet of white lilies sitting on top of a wooden table .

Colourful tulips

In seventeenth century Holland, tulip bulbs were more expensive than gold. Choose from single, double, ruffled, fringed, or lily-shaped in a glorious wealth of colours. From the sparkling bright and vibrant through to the gentle pastel colours, there is a tulip perfect for any interior design scheme.


Tulips are found in many church displays, with each colour having their own symbolism:


·        White tulips signify forgiveness.

·        Purple tulips represent royalty.

·        Red tulips symbolise passion.

·        Yellow tulips represent hope.


Exquisite Iris

Iris is the name in Greek mythology of the Goddess of the Rainbow and are available in a range of stunning colours. For Easter flowers, blue irises symbolise faith and hope, purple royalty and wisdom, and delicate white purity.

Bright and joyful sunflowers


Any day is a special day with Fleur’s Sunshine Bunch of sunflowers; a flower delivery of pure unadulterated joy. The sunflower is a symbol of adoration and loyalty, vitality and friendship.


Easter flower decorating ideas

As an award-winning florist in Merivale, Christchurch, our creative team is a little biased, but every celebration deserves floral attention. And what better way is there to raise the stakes than using flowers to elevate your décor? It’s easy to order flowers online for Christchurch, and they are incredibly versatile for a host of locations. 



a bunch of sunflowers with green leaves on a black background

Easter door wreaths: a stunning way to welcome guests to your home. Remember to spritz with water to keep it fresh.


A floral centrepiece for your Easter table: a centrepiece of stunning seasonal flowers adds a delightful finishing touch to the table. Choose colourful posies rather than a high structured flower arrangement for the table so guests can see over rather than through!


Easter tablescaping: rather than a central flower arrangement, tablescaping is using flowers and foliage dramatically across the entire surface of the tabletop. It’s creative, maximalist and utterly divine.


A vase of stunning flowers: a bouquet of flowers immediately brightens the home, and you immediately reap their benefits. Nothing adds colour and warmth to a home like flowers. If you are sending flowers in Christchurch as a gift, Fleur’s Vox Box flowers are a delight. Arranged for a 360° display view and pre-filled with water and nutrients in a vase, they need no further attention – the ideal gift for a busy Easter host. 


If you would like to order specific flowers or a bespoke floral design for an Easter flower delivery for Christchurch, please call us on 03 355 0464. We can help you decide on the best flowers to send and offer some helpful guidance and inspiration too. 

Woman receiving a bouquet of flowers at her front door. A delivery person smiles in the background.

Fleur by DK: changing the perceptions of flower gifting in Christchurch

4 August 2025
Flower giving has always held a special place in human culture, an age-old way to say, ‘I love you,’ flowers to say, ‘I’m sorry,’ or simply ‘I’m thinking of you.’ But as the world changes, so do gifting habits. Today, the act of giving flowers has expanded far beyond romance, branching into self-care, friendship, activism, and personal storytelling. At Fleur by DK, an award-winning boutique florist in Christchurch NZ, we’ve seen firsthand how attitudes towards floral gifting are evolving. And we’re embracing every beautiful shift. Whether you’re searching for wedding flowers Christchurch, thoughtful gifts for her Christchurch, or even a way to brighten a hospital room with flowers Christchurch hospital delivery, the reasons behind flower giving today are more diverse, and more meaningful, than ever before. 1. Exceedingly romantic, but flowers for every relationship Traditionally, flowers have been strongly linked to romantic gestures. But today, more people are embracing flowers as gifts for friends, colleagues, neighbours, and themselves. Sending a bouquet is no longer reserved for Valentine’s Day (although Valentine’s Day flowers Christchurch are still a top seller ); it’s about acknowledging meaningful relationships in all their forms. Think about a bright, cheerful posy sent to a friend who’s just landed a new job. Or a calming arrangement delivered to a family member recovering in hospital. Our same day flower delivery Christchurch service makes it easy to show you care, immediately (order flowers online for Christchurch) and sincerely. 2. Self-care, floral-style One of the most exciting trends we’ve seen as a Papanui Road florist Christchurch is the rise of flowers as self-care. Buying flowers for your own home is no longer considered indulgent, but an affordable luxury. Fresh flowers lift your mood, lower stress, and bring a sense of calm. Many clients come to our flower shop Christchurch not because they need a gift, but because they want to feel better. And they leave with a bunch of local tulips or delicately scented freesias in hand, and a visible lift in spirit. For those who can’t make it into our Merivale florist, check our wide selection of flowers online Christchurch ; treating yourself to a beautiful bouquet is as easy as clicking a button. 3. The social media influence Social media plays a massive role in modernising floral gifting reminding people that flowers aren’t just for milestones, they can celebrate everyday beauty. Instagram-worthy arrangements and Pinterest boards filled with dreamy petals have ignited people’s love and appreciation for the artistry behind floristry. Thanks to this visibility, florists are no longer seen simply as vendors of flower bouquets. Rather, at Fleur by DK Christchurch, we are celebrated for our creative designs with each bouquet a work of living art. 
A vase filled with pink and purple flowers is sitting on a table.

Floral design for business events: style, strategy, and seasonal beauty

by Simon Mullinger • 23 June 2025
When it comes to creating memorable events, nothing transforms a space quite like expertly chosen floral arrangements. Whether you're planning an intimate celebration or a grand corporate gathering, the right flowers elevate your corporate event from ordinary to extraordinary. Selecting the perfect flowers requires the careful consideration of multiple factors that come together to create a cohesive, stunning display. Understanding your event's unique requirements As an award-winning flower shop in Christchurch, Fleur by DK has been recognised for our creative flower displays and arrangements, but our success relies on our ability to connect with our clients on a human level. Every successful event begins with truly understanding the atmosphere you wish to create and how you want the flowers to make the attendees feel . The type of celebration you're hosting is the greatest influence on your floral options, from the scale of arrangements to the specific varieties that will best complement the occasion. Flowers for formal events For formal occasions like corporate launches, awards ceremonies, or business conferences, the choice of flowers should reflect elegance and professionalism and be brand appropriate. Orchids are a Christchurch business flower favourite, often recommended as these exotic blooms ooze sophistication and yet have an impressive longevity. When paired with structured tropical foliage, such as anthuriums or sleek line flowers, they create eye-catching arrangements that enhance the setting without distracting from the event’s purpose. Purple irises, which symbolise wisdom, can also be a thoughtful addition, subtly reinforcing brand values while adding a touch of colour to reception areas or stage displays. Flowers for casual events Casual corporate events, such as team-building days, office birthdays, client socials, or milestone celebrations, allow for a more relaxed and creative approach to floral styling. These occasions are ideal for incorporating personal touches that reflect company culture or the interests of the team. Think flowers with vibrant colour palettes , playful arrangements, Instagrammable walls, or blooms that tie into the event’s theme. For example, a summer BBQ might call for bright sunflowers and bold tropicals, while a laid-back networking evening could feature simple, seasonal posies in jars for a welcoming, informal vibe. 
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