Spring is everywhere you look in Wilmington. It’s April, and the sun is shining, temperatures are rising and the flowers are in bloom. There is a great excitement and sense of expectation that comes with the changing of the seasons.

Every month has an official birth flower that symbolizes the spirit of the season, and in April, that flower is the daisy. Daisies have long been a symbol of childhood innocence, and they bring to mind fond memories of a simpler time. Daisies are perhaps the quintessential springtime flower, as everyone is familiar with the classic white petals surrounding a yellow disc center. But with thousands of varieties, the daisy actually comes in a wide array of colors, with pinks, yellows and whites being very common.

Daisies are part of a family of plants that is one of the world’s largest. Altogether, ten percents of the flowering plants in the world are related to the daisy – from artichokes to echinacea to sunflowers, the daisy’s extended family is impressive. One of the floral species which is a perennial favorite for those creating floral arrangements is the gerbera daisy. While the ray petals form a very similar star-like flower like every other daisy, the gerberas have been cultivated to grow in bold and vivid colors that are truly spectacular. These celebratory colors make an arrangement containing the gerbera daisy a perfect birthday gift.

Daisies are exceptionally versatile flowers. They can stand alone in a singular arrangement, or blend seamlessly with other wildflowers for an extravagant display.

For all your April celebrations and birthdays, stop into Julia’s Florist and speak with one of our expert designers. Choose one of our pre-designed bouquets or create one of your own – but