In early Christian art, the lily is a symbol of purity because of its delicacy of form and its snow white color. The White Trumpet or Easter Lily has come to symbolize the resurrection of Jesus.
Easter lilies are a fairly recent addition to North America.
The white trumpet lily, which produces sweet, fragrant blooms, was brought here from Bermuda about 100 years ago. Since it naturally blooms in springtime, right about Easter, the flower quickly became known as the Easter Lily. The American public fell in love with the flower and made it a symbolic feature of the Easter celebration here. Sign up today for one of our FREE informative and fun Newsletters .