Blissful lilac

Lilacs have been cultivated for over 500 years and during that time they have evolved into many varieties, each with its own shape, scent and colour.

Lilac was highly valued in China for its medicinal properties and is still used medicinally today. For example, the sap of the leaves has healing properties, the flowers help with rheumatism and pain relief.

In the language of flowers, lilacs symbolise first love, innocence and purity. A bouquet of lilacs presented to a girl can speak of love and affection.

Known for its understated colours, the lilac, in Eastern Europe, is strongly associated with Easter. This is because the shrub often begins to open its fragrant clusters on Easter Eve.

The image of lilacs in the works of poets is used as a way of expressing love. Due to its endurance, this flower is also considered to be a symbol of strong character.

The long-lived lilac bush is over 130 years old. The dates of its life are 1801-1931.

Do you want to hint to someone that feelings have faded? Send a lilac: In the East, it symbolises separation. And in England, such a bouquet was given to the groom as a sign of rejection of engagement.