He's the lily of the valley He's the bright and morning star
He's the fairest of ten thousand to my soul
The old words to a song that means the world to my soul. I can recall singing it in those old country churches I would visit with my parents and grand-parents. But while that lily of the valley soothes my soul the plant lily of the valley is highly poisonous woodland flowering plant with sweetly scented, pendent, bell shaped white flowers that appear in the spring.
The Lily of the Valley has been adored by many around the world. Perfumes featuring the scent have been created. One such was made by the French firm Dior in 1956. Christian Dior's favorite flower was the lily of the valley and Diorissimo was designed to celebrate this fact.
The flower lily of the valley have been large parts of ceremonies including weddings. The bridal bouquet of Catherine Middleton the bride of Prince William featured the Lily of the valley.
Many days including Labour day in France and Flora Day in the United Kingdom pay tribute to the flower as well. In the Yugoslavia and Finland the Lily of the valley was the national flower
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This must be the year of Lilies of the Valley, I see them everywhere. Such a sweet little flower!
ReplyDeleteWe still sing He's the Lily of Valley at my church quite often. A great old hymn.
ReplyDeleteSuch pretty little flowers.
My mother in law loves Lilly of the Valley. I have tried to grow it but never have any luck. Sometimes it will grow but not flower.. Interesting post.. thanks
ReplyDeleteI've always thought these were so pretty. The facts you shared are really interesting!
ReplyDeleteLily of the Valley is my daughter's favorite flower! It smells so good.
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of that song but my grandmother had tons of these all around her yard and they always make me think of her. So pretty and so dainty.
ReplyDeleteLily of the Valley is definitely one of my favourite flowers - such a classic! Thank you for being a part of the Hearth and Soul Link Party Community! Take care and have a lovely weekend.
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