The landscape swiftly turned to fields of mud: bleak and barren scenes where little or nothing could grow.īright red Flanders poppies ( Papaver rhoeas) however, were delicate but resilient flowers and grew in their thousands, flourishing even in the middle of chaos and destruction. Previously beautiful countryside was blasted, bombed and fought over, again and again. The History of the Poppyĭuring the First World War (1914–1918) much of the fighting took place in Western Europe.
It is not compulsory but is greatly appreciated by those it helps – serving in our Armed Forces, veterans, and their families and dependants. Wearing a poppy is a personal choice and reflects individual and personal memories. It is red due to the natural colour of field poppies. Wearing or displaying a poppy is a symbol of Remembrance and hope worn by millions of people. In London, a national memorial ceremony takes place at the Cenotaph on Whitehall and wreaths are laid by members of the Royal Family, political party leaders, significant military figures and civilians. It becomes a particular feature of the public calendar each year when public, private, formal and informal Remembrance events take place throughout the UK. R emembrance is part of modern British life, culture and heritage. As well as official wreath-laying ceremonies, workplaces across the nation hold their own periods of silence. This year, 2018, Remembrance Sunday falls on 11 November, coinciding with the exact centenary of the Armistice.Ī one- or two-minute silence is traditionally held at 11.00am, recognising the precise time that the hostilities ceased in 1918 – the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. Artificial Flower Silk Country Poppy – Pink £3.45 excl.Silk poppies for Remembrance Day at Flourish TradingĮach year, Remembrance Day is marked on 11 November, commemorating the anniversary of the armistice which marked the end of World War One.Artificial Flower Silk Country Poppy – Yellow £3.45 excl.Artificial Red Poppy Fern Spray with 9 heads £6.99 excl.Artificial Flower Silk Country Poppy – Red £3.45 excl.White Wild Meadow Poppy Spray Silk Flower Stem with 4 Heads £2.99 excl.Pack of 3 Artificial Poppy Stems – 57cm £5.99 excl.Artificial Poppy Garland – 6ft Flame Red £7.99 excl.Artificial Flame Orange Poppies in Grey Pot – 22cm £6.99 excl.Artificial Summer Meadow Wild Poppy and Grass Flower Sheaf £14.99 excl.Artificial Poppy Wreath – 40cm Bright Red £16.99 excl.Sale! Artificial Flame Orange Poppies in Footed Glass Vase – 46cm £11.99 £8.99 excl.Artificial Flower Silk Country Poppy – White £3.45 excl.Pack of 10 Artificial Red Poppy Stems – 57cm £12.99 excl.Artificial Red Single Poppy Stem £1.45 excl.Set of 2 Artificial Red & Black 9 Stem Poppies – Remembrance Flowers £9.45 excl.Artificial Red Poppy Wreath – 25cm Diameter with 8 Flowers £4.99 excl.So, click to buy now for fast UK delivery. We’ll be back in touch with you just as soon as we can. Call and speak to our friendly team on 01234 888789. So, please take your time and have a browse! If you can’t find what you’re looking for, or want to ask us a question, please get in touch. We think they’re particularly lovely as part of a beautiful and stirring wildflower arrangement. They look equally striking and lifelike when planted in beds or baskets. Our flame red, vibrant orange and delicate white artificial silk varieties are perfect for adding a glorious accent to any display or bouquet. Bold colours and clean, staunchly unfussy curves, the poppy is truly one of nature’s enduring design classics. These plants bring with them overtones of love, romance, literature, peace, remembrance, sleep and even resurrection. We have stems, sprays, pots and much more for you to choose from.įew flowering plants can boast such vivid and deep-held associations as poppies. Take a look at our extensive range of beautiful artificial poppies.
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