Celebrating the importance of motherhood has been a long standing human tradition that dates back to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. The Female and Motherhood has always been an important role in life, so much so that it rose to the status of goddess by the ancients. For example, in Egyptian times, Isis, the Queen of Heaven, reigned over all issues concerning the role of a mother, and an annual festival was celebrated honoring this deity. Rhea, in ancient Greece, was worshiped as the mother goddess. And in ancient Rome, the people celebrated Matronalia, which was a holiday honoring the goddess Juno where mothers received gifts from their families. Festivals and celebrations were rampant when the season changed to spring, to mark the importance of the rebirth of the once-again fertile land, and to pay tribute to women. No wonder why flowers are a popular gift idea to send to the Matriarchs in the family, and here at 416-Florist we have flowers, such as roses, carnations, daisies and tulips, spring flowers, freesia, irises and can be combined in beautiful floral arrangements to suit your any need.

So, as you can see, looking back in history, it is evident that the importance of the female and motherhood hardly ever experienced a blind eye. So, how did today’s modern celebration of Mother’s Day – where families shower their mothers with gifts and flowers, such as roses, carnations, tulips and daisies, – come to life? It all dates back to seventieth century England, where the English would celebrate Mothering Sunday on the 4^th Sunday of Lent. On this day, Mothers were the guest of honor, and were showered with bouquets of wildflowers and sweet treats. This tradition of Mother’s Day in North America that originated in England has now been popularized as Mother’s day in England which is always celebrated on the 4^th Sunday of Lent, and is on March 22^nd of this year. Other nations that share Mother’s Day on this date with the United Kingdom are Ireland and Nigeria. Mother’s Day is fast approaching in North America, and here at 416-Florist, we deliver all across North American (and the World!), so don’t forget to send you mother, wife, grandmother, aunt, sister, step-mother or mother in law a beautiful floral arrangement designed by our top notch designers which can include the most beautiful spring flowers such as: tulips, roses, gerbera daisies, carnations, irises, freesias, astra marias, baby breath and many more!

Mother’s Day has become an International tradition; however, not all countries of the world celebrate it on the same day. The most widely celebrated date of Mother’s Day is the second Sunday in May, which is celebrated by 65 nations, among them are: Australia, Canada, Bahamas, Columbia, Turkey, South Africa, United States, Barbados, Greece and Switzerland. Although Mother’s Day was inspired by Mothering Sunday in England, it never gained enough momentum until the daughter of an Appalachian homemaker, named Anna Jarvis began the crusade to establish a memorial day to honor the role of women and mothers. In the year 1907, Anna Jarvis handed out 500 white carnations to all the women in her church’s congregation on the anniversary of her mother’s passing. One year later, the very first Mother’s Day was honored at St. Andrew’s Methodist Episcopal Church, in West Virginia, on May 10^th 1908, which was a Sunday. Soon enough it garnered attention in 46 states, and then, to most of the world. Canada adopted this tradition in 1909. Ever since then, Carnations as well as tulips, roses and daisies, have been the flowers of choice to send to Mothers as the flower was the first symbol in the holiday’s beginnings. In the states, wearing a white carnation means that your mother has passed away, a red or pink carnation means she is still alive. Soon after this official holiday had been proclaimed, giving gifts, flowers such as tulips, roses, carnations and daisies, and cards became a tradition for Mother’s Day to show your appreciation, love and ever lasting bond to your mother. At 416-Florist, we have the perfect spring flowers, arrangements, gift baskets to suit any need. Flowers such as tulips, roses, freesias, irises, astra marias, gerbera daisies and more are all available to send directly to your loved, anywhere in the GTA, North America, or World, this Mother’s Day Holiday!

Mother’s Day is celebrated in almost every country in world with each having some unique festivities. All countries to take part in the tradition of sending flowers to the important women in their life, and you can make 416-Florist your choice to send the most beautiful and fresh flowers, such as roses, carnations, tulips, and daisies, to your loved ones all around the world on this most popular celebration for women. Here are a few interesting facts about how other countries began to celebrate Mother’s Day and their modern traditions:

India

Indians celebrate a western version of Mother’s Day in India on May 10; however there is another tradition that resembles this holiday which occurs in October. Hindus celebrate for 10 days in October in a celebration deemed Durga PujaIâ, (which is among the largest celebrations in India), Durga is a goddess recognized as the universal mother, who protects people from evil doings. Other traditions are similar to the West, such as inviting your mother for dinner so she can take a day rest from the kitchen, and of course showering her with plenty of gifts on Mother’s Day in India, such as beautiful spring flowers like roses, tulips, carnations, freesias, irises, astra marias and more- which 416-Florist has an abundance of and can design the perfect floral arrangement for your mother, grandmother, aunt or wife and have it sent directly to her on Mother’s day! It is the perfect way to show your appreciation.

Argentina

Argentina celebrates Mother’s Day on the second Sunday in October, and mothers are showers with specialties such as: dinners, poems, extra attention. Husbands take over their wives’ role, while children work hard on handmade gifts and cards at school. Flowers are also of importance to send, mostly irises, freesias, roses, daisies, tulips and carnations to mark this wonderful occasion and 416-Florist can help you to decide that perfect gift, such as a spring floral arrangement, or a luxurious gourmet basket, to send to that special female in your life which will definitely show your appreciation of all her hard work. .

France

Mother’s day was actually encouraged by American Soldiers in WWI, and it eventually day became official on December 19 1920 as La Fete de Meres, which means The Celebration of Mothers, in French. Interestingly, there was an ulterior motivation to this celebration and it was to re populate the country due to the tragic loss of men during WWI. Women were actually awarded medals for having many children. Women with 4 or 5 children were awarded the bronze medal; 6 or 7 achieved silver; and 8 or 9 (or more) won the gold! This tradition did not last long, and a more modern version was implemented, and on May 25^th 1945 became the National Day of Mothers. Today, the French give their mothers a cake shaped like a bouquet of flowers, sweets, cards and more. Flowers are very popular to send for Mother’s Day, and at 416-Florist, your choices are endless. Why not send a beautiful, fresh bouquet or specially designed arrangement of the most beautiful spring flowers available such as: roses, carnations, freesias, irises, astra marias, tulips and gerbera daisies. Want to add something special to your order? Why not a delicious box of truffles since all women love chocolate, or to be even more impressive how about one of our lovely gourmet baskets?

Japan

Today, Mother’s Day in Japan is celebrated on the second Sunday in May, just like the rest of the world; however the history of this long-standing tradition has more to it than meets the eye. In Japan, Mother’s Day is called haha no hi, and came into practice by the Japanese Christians in 1913 based on American traditions. The holiday garnered a lot of attention around the country, and became very popular in the 1930s. And then everything changed. WWII came around, and all western influences were officially banned from the country. However, since the war was extremely devastating in nature, Mother’s day was once again resurrected in 1949 in order to comfort the mother who experienced great loss in the war. Japan even had a long running contest every 4 years where children would submit artistic renditions of their mothers all vying to win a coveted prize which was to have their drawings tour thorough the country and the world. Currently, Japan has reverted back to the American tradition and celebrates Mother’s Day just as most of the world on the second Sunday in May. It is most popular to send flowers such as: freesias, fresh spring flowers, gerbera daisies, irises roses, tulips, daisies and carnations and at 416-Florist, we have every flower and arrangement plus more to meet your gifting needs for your mother, grandmother, aunt, wife or any other special lady in your life that you would like to show your appreciations towards.

In Mexico, Mother’s Day in Mexico, or, Dia de las Madras, is celebrated on May 10^th. Mother’s Day in Mexico became popularized across the country based on an article written by journalist Rafael Alducin in 1922. In this article he promoted and supported the celebration of Mother’s Day in all of Mexico, rather than only in some parts. Because of his article, the holiday did become widespread, and today all of Mexico celebrates this special day on May 10^th. Some of the traditional gifts mothers are showered with include: a serenade by her family, or hired band in the morning, and a family meal to respect the matriarch despite any differences some family members may have among each other. Cards, flowers such as roses, carnations, tulips and daisies, and chocolates are also extremely popular for Mother’s Day. Flowers are the ever popular choice in all countries in the world for Mother’s Day. So why don’t you place an order with 416-Florist this Mother’s Day and show that special lady some appreciation by sending her a beautiful arrangement or bouquet of spring flowers such as freesias, carnations, roses, tulips, irises, gerbera daisies, and many more!

Ethiopia

In Ethiopia, Mother’s Day is Antrosht, and is celebrated in the middle of autumn when the rainy season comes to an end. All family members make their way home to celebrate for 3 long days with tons of family meals. Children help out in the cooking as well by bringing the ingredients to make a traditional hash recipe. Girls bring the vegetables, cheese, butter and spices, and the boys bring the protein which is typically a bull or a lamb. After the delicious meal, celebrations begin, where the mothers and daughters put butter on their face and chest and dance with the while they sing songs which honor the family.

Finland

In Finland, Mother’s Day in Finland is celebrated on the second Sunday in May, and the days begins in the morning when the family goes for a walk and picks the freshest spring flowers to make a bouquet for the mother. There is a special flower that is desired to be part of this bouquet which is called valkovuokko. It is a pungent flower that is small and white. The mother then is presented with this maginificent bouquet and enjoys a delicious breakfast in bed. It is the best choice to send flowers to your mother on Mother’s Day, and 416-Florist has the widest and most fresh selection available in the GTA, and North America. Why don’t you send a beautiful fresh arrangement of spring flowers consisting of tulips, carnations, roses, freesias, gerbera daisies, irises, and beautiful lush greeneries. We are sure to send a beautiful floral arrangement that your mother, wife, grandmother, aunt or any other special lady in your life will surely enjoy!

Italy

In Italy, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of May, and it is traditional to bake a cake for your mother in the shape of a heart. The celebration is called La Festa della Mamma. Usually schoolchildren will make hand made gifts for their mothers to bring home, and the whole family will take care of the chores for the day while the mother takes a well deserved day of rest. 416-Floruist delivers all across the GTA, and you can place your order now to have a beautiful arrangement of flowers sent to your mother on that special day. Want to add something else to your order to make it even more special? Why not try sending our beautiful gourmet baskets that contain many treats that anybody would enjoy. Along with a gourmet basket you can send a beautiful spring floral arrangement consisting of roses, tulips, carnations, freesias, irises, and gerbera daisies, which is sure to stun that luck lady for Mother’s Day.

Sweden

In Sweden, Mother’s Day is celebrated on the last Sunday in May. The focus for Mother’s Day in Sweden is more charitable than others. The tradition is for the Swedish Red Cross to sell flowers made of plastic in the weeks leading up to the holiday, and all of the proceeds go to impoverished mothers and their children. Flowers are a popular gift idea as well in Sweden, and you can place your order with 416-Florist and send an arrangement to your mother, wife, grandmother, aunt or step mom that consists of the most gorgeous spring flowers such as: roses, carnations, tulips, gerbera daisies, irises, freesias are among the most popular to send to the Mothers on Mother’s Day. Place your order today! We deliver all across the GTA, North America and beyond!

Thailand

In Thailand, Mother’s Day is celebrated on August 12^th to mark the birthday of their Queen Sirikit Kitayakara who ended her reign in 1950. Mothers are showered with gifts such as flowers (like roses, carnations, tulips, daisies, floral arrangements and bouquets), meals and jewelry on this day to mark this significant date. 416-Florist delivers across the GTA, and worldwide, so place your order with us today before it is too late- you can send your mother the most beautiful arrangement of spring flowers such as gerbera daisies, roses, irises, freesias, tulips and more!

As you can see, Mother’s Day is celebrated all around the world to honor and respect the most important person in everyone’s life- their mother. Whatever the tradition, or the date of this popular and most important day- flowers are the most ideal gift to give as a symbol of love and appreciation for the women in your life. 416-Florist offers the most diverse range in products and beautiful floral arrangements to suit all your needs this Mother’s Day and will deliver your order directly to your recipient this Mother’s Day. You have so many choices to choose from. Why not go with a fresh spring arrangement or bouquet that consists of tulips, carnations, roses, freesias, irises, gerbera daisies with lush greeneries to show your appreciation to you mother, grandmother, wife, aunt, step mother or anyone else that you would like to give a gift to this Mother’s Day! To make your gift even more special, adding a luxurious gourmet basket or a box of the most scrumptious chocolate truffles or even a cuddly teddy bear will add that exciting touch to your gift to your mother, grandmother or wife. Place your order today with 416-Florist before it is too late, we will be more than happy to help you choose a gift that will show your appreciation for Mother’s Day and that will also leave and ever lasting impact!