Not only does the daffodil herald the beginning of spring, it’s seen as an international symbol of hope for people affected by cancer.
This year is the 30th anniversary of the Cancer Council’s annual daffodil campaign which raises money for research, prevention programs and support services.
Since its inception in 1986, more than $137 million has been raised nationally through Daffodil Day.
In that time, the five-year cancer survival rate has increased by about 20 per cent, a support line has been created (13 11 20), and there are many new support services and programs.
To coincide with Daffodil Day this year, Janice Le Sueur will fill her florist shop with more than 600 of the sunny blooms.
She hopes the scale of her order will match the significance of the Cancer Council’s celebration this year.
Daffodil Day will be celebrated in Australia on Friday, August 26.
