Japanese Botanical Greeting Cards

Text on the reverse side: The majestic lily has long held an important role in many cultures and for many centuries. The flower has been revered as...

Text on the reverse side: The iris is associated with faith, hope, valour, and wisdom. It is a flower that has captivated the hearts of the Japanes...

Text on the reverse side: The iris is associated with faith, hope, valour and wisdom, believed in Japan to be a symbol that purifies evil energies ...

Text on the reverse side: The canary is a beautiful symbol of delicacy and sweetness, whilst the peony, also known as the “King of Flowers”, is a ...

Text on the reverse side: Freesia blooms typically mean innocence, thoughtfulness, trust, sweetness, but also often used as a message of thank you....

Text on the reverse side: Tulips are one of the first flowers to blossom each year, sometimes while there is still snow on the ground. They are reg...

Text on the reverse side: In Japan, the quince flower is regarded as a symbol of endurance whilst also symbolising strength and leadership. A6 si...

Text on the reverse side: Traditionally the bamboo has been considered as a symbol of good luck. The hollow centre signifies spirituality and purit...

Text on the reverse side: The plum blossom expresses enduring happiness. Used as a congratulatory symbol of good luck, it represents strength, resi...

Text on the reverse side: While considered by the ancient Aztecs to be symbols of purity, in today’s language of flowers, they symbolise good cheer...

Text on the reverse side: Many cultures honour the butterfly as a symbol of transformation, and to keep our faith with any transition, development ...

Text on the reverse side: The blooming of cherry blossoms is enjoyed by many in Japan, but only for a short period every year, reminding us to ful...

Text on the reverse side: In Victorian times, the gloxinia flower representes 'a proud spirit'. They are very small in size, but stand out thanks t...

Text on the reverse side: In England, because of their long association with Lent, they are known as the “Lent Lily.” The daffodil symbolises rebir...

Text on the reverse side: The passing of life and time are shown through the changing of seasons. The two most celebrated are spring and autumn, vi...

Text on the reverse side: The morning glory flower was first discovered in China for its medicinal uses and was later introduced to the Japanese wh...

Text on the reverse side: The name of the flower is of Greek origin derived from the word “hyakinthos” meaning “flower” In the language of flowers,...

Text on the reverse side: Before opening, the buds resemble a balloon and after opening, the petals form a distinct bell shape. The bellflower is t...

Text on the reverse side: The iris is associated with faith, hope, valour and wisdom, believed in Japan to be a symbol that purifies evil energies ...

Text on the reverse side: The butterfly can signify awakening, and a transformation in preparation to fly into a fresh new way of being. Design by ...

Text on the reverse side: This design is filled with auspicious symbols with the iris symbolising purification and protection, the peony represent...

Text on the reverse side: The continuous circular pattern represents happiness and luck. The lily and peony flowers, often used in early 20th centu...

Text on the reverse side: Lilies are often associated with rebirth and new beginnings. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929) is renowned for his pioneering wo...

Text on the reverse side: In Japan, peonies are a symbol of bravery, honour and good fortune. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929) is renowned for his pionee...

Text on the reverse side: Japanese woodblock print portraying hydrangea flowers, symbolic of gratitude, beauty and abundance. The butterfly can sym...

Text on the reverse side: Japanese camellia, or tsubaki in Japanese, is one of the best known species of the genus Camellia. The flower represents...

Text on the reverse side: The chrysanthemum is often portrayed as a symbol of perfection in many cultures and regarded also as the “solar flower”, ...

Text on the reverse side: These auspicious plants are known as the Three Friends of Winter. Due to them not withering, when shown together they sym...

Text on the reverse side: The iris, from the Greek word for ‘rainbow’, symbolises hope and wisdom. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929) is renowned for his p...

Text on the reverse side: Chrysanthemums are the flower symbol of the Japanese Imperial family and a symbol of longevity. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929...

Text on the reverse side: The camellia, popular among samurai, was a symbol of a noble death. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929) is renowned for his pionee...

Text on the reverse side: The iris, from the Greek word for ‘rainbow’, symbolises hope and wisdom. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929) is renowned for his p...

Text on the reverse side: Peonies are a symbol of bravery, honour and good fortune. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929) is renowned for his pioneering work ...

Text on the reverse side: Azaleas stand for love and gentleness. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929) is renowned for his pioneering work in photography duri...

Text on the reverse side: Cherry blossoms are a symbol of renewal. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929) is renowned for his pioneering work in photography du...

Text on the reverse side: The lotus flower symbolises the ability to rise and grow from any situation. Ogawa Kazumasa (1860-1929) is renowned for h...