When people think ofHallmark movies, they often think of Christmas, but they’ve had quite a few stories set when the world starts to get a little warmer. After all, there are many moments that highlight spring that make a cozy story. As people start going back outside, there can be all sorts of romantic adventures of people enjoying nature and the great outdoors. Added to that, love is in the air when the flowers start to bloom, making it the perfect time to present the one you love with a fresh bouquet.
Christmas might be over, but spring has also got a few holidays and festivals that certainly bring people together, too. In fact, some of the Christmas stories that people enjoy even have a few spring equivalents, just replacing the Christmas candies with chocolate bunnies. Of course, what’s spring for some people isn’t always the same for everyone else, with some people still expecting a little late snow.
10Tulips in Spring (2016)
Tulips in Springsees Rose is an interior designer who gets the project she’s been working for: the Tannenhill House. Unfortunately, her father, Frank, gets injured, forcing her to return to her family’s farm and help with their tulip harvest. While there, she learns she’s not the only helping hand, with a broker named Tom already helping her parents out. In fact, Tom has so much faith in the farm he’s even entered it in an upcoming competition.
Saving the Family’s Tulip Farm
However, trouble is always right around the corner, between the farm’s financial problems, which Frank is keeping under wraps, and the return of an old school rival, Violet, who has her eyes on the property, as well as Tom. With all this going on, Rose might not be able to handle the Tannenhill account on Skype alone. However, Rose isn’t going down without a fight.Stream on Apple TV+.
9Chance at Romance (2013)
InChance at Romance, Samantha Hart feels unlucky in love. When she finds a photo exhibition, however, she decides to send the photographer, Heath Madsen, an email. Little does she know what she wrote falls into the hands of the widowed photographer’s son, Donny, who worries about his father’s manager and potential stepmother Celeste, and starts up a fake relationship. However, the truth comes out when Samantha arrives at their doorstep, expecting a romantic weekend, but the train schedule keeps her stuck.
Sleepless in Springtime
During her stay, Heath takes photos of Samantha helping Donnie bake pies. As sparks fly, he takes her to a special place, a horse meadow he previously captured in one of his photos and, thanks to Donnie’s machinations, they find themselves stranded together. Various outdoor activities, like campfires and making porcupine quill necklaces, ensue.
Despite a few schemes from Celeste, all ends happily enough, complete with Heath taking a more literal approach to being Sam’s prince on a white horse, as a final romantic gesture.
8Hearts of Spring (2016)
Hearts of Springrevolves around Carly Ashby, a single mother who runs a flower shop while blogging under the name, “Bestie Mom.” Meanwhile, popular doctor Andy Sommers pesters Carly with his own online alter-ego, “Jugglingdad” with contrarian comments. Eventually, their back-and-forth discussions ended up helping the blog’s popularity, with readers eager to see the new comments.
The Flower Shop Around the Corner
Carly and Andy soon meet in real life, with her falling in love with the doctor, unaware he’s her online rival. As they each other’s lives, they soon find each other’s advice helpful when dealing with their own children. With Andy being too strict and Carly not being strict enough, the two might find that they might work well together.
Lisa Whelchel, best known for playing Blair inThe Facts of Life, stars as Carly. The film is also notable for the various shots of the beautiful flowers that fill up Carly’s shop, as well as a few exterior shots.Stream on Apple TV+.
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7Home by Spring (2018)
Home by Springsees event planner Loretta Johnson, who spends most of her time planning children’s parties. After a case of mistaken identity leads to a job offer, Loretta finds herself posing as her own boss while getting caught up in another bizarre scheme: planning a retreat to help her client, Paul, appear to be the outdoorsy type and impress his future father-in-law. Of course, if Loretta succeeds, she’ll already have a new job lined up planning the wedding.
From Fly-Fishing to Bird Watching
Returning to her hometown, she is helped by her ex-boyfriend, Wayne, who runs an inn.Various outdoor activities unfold, like hiking, fly-fishing, and bird watching. There’s even a Spring Festival. In the end, love triumphs and Loretta realizes what she really wants, gets the job of her dreams, in addition to a few other happy endings.Stream on Apple TV+.
6Once Upon a Prince (2018)
Once Upon a Prince, based on thebook of the same name, sees Susanna Truitt, who one day accepts help from a mysterious stranger while at her parents' garden store. After Suzy’s father is put on bed rest, “Nate” volunteers to help out at her family’s store. When a photo of the two makes it to the press, she learns that her new acquaintance is a prince, set to return to his homeland to be crowned King Nathaniel of Cambria.
A Peach Princess Finds Prince Charming
Unfortunately, different forces will stand in the way of the couple’s happiness. The Queen opposes the union between her son and the American “Peach Princess.” Meanwhile, a local noblewoman Lady Ginny aspires to be the one who’ll marry the prince.
Through it all, the beauty of nature is even apparent in Cambria, as Suzy gets a chance to work in the palace gardens. In fact, the happy ending might even unfold in the great outdoors.Stream on Apple TV+.
5As Luck Would Have It (2021)
InAs Luck Would Have It, Lindsey Johnsontravels to Irelandto obtain land that she believes her employers could use for their next resort. However, the locals don’t like the idea, particularly council member and whiskey distiller, Brennan O’Brien, especially as it would mean the local castle would be torn down.
Lindsey is advised to get to know the locals better to help win them over, going so far as to get involved with the local Matchmaking Festival.
Festival Time in the Emerald Isle
As the story goes on, it comes to light that the council might have more of a reason to sell the property than they let on. However, Lindsey might find herself falling in love with the area. Through it all, while Lindsey and Brennan might be on opposing sides when it comes to the castle’s fate, love might start to bloom between them.Stream on Apple TV+.
4Easter Under Wraps (2019)
InEaster Under Wraps, Erin is heiress to the Cavendish Chocolate Company, of which she currently serves as its sales director. As Easter is approaching and sales are down, she decides to go undercover in one of their factories to inspect the machinery, as competition has pushed the company against its handmade roots. Meanwhile, chocolatier Bryan doesn’t agree with this sentiment, feeling candy should be made with love, but the director, Carter, rejects his ideas.
Candy Is Sweeter When Made with Love
While posing as “Veronica Erinson,” Erin and Bryan bond over a company showpiece, the Cavendish Egg. Unfortunately, Erin’s deception might threaten any potential relationship between the two, nearly compelling Bryan to take up an offer from a rival company. However, the upcoming Sweetwater Easter Festival might just be the setting for a happy ending to unfold, complete with children singing “Here Comes Peter Cottontail.“Stream on Apple TV+.
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3Moonlight in Vermont (2017)
Moonlight in Vermontsees New York real estate broker Fiona, played by actress Lacey Chabert, decide to take a break from it all at her family’s Vermont inn after her boyfriend breaks up with her.
Soon, however, Nate shows up at the inn, with a new girlfriend, Haley, in tow. Fiona schemes to get him back, cooking up a plan with the help of head chef Derek, who she’ll pretend is her new boyfriend. However, with spring in the air, Fiona might find a better life than the one she has back in New York.
Snow in Springtime
Spring usually brings to mind images of the Earth gaining back its colors with things starting to warm up. However, spring in Vermont can sometimes mean snow, something that shows up in the movie. Funnily enough, despite taking place in spring, the filmwas shot in January.Stream on Apple TV+.
2Chasing Waterfalls (2021)
InChasing Waterfalls, Amy Atwater is an aspiring photographer who takes an assignment to take photos of the mythical Redwood Falls and Angel Falls. Soon, she encounters a tour guide and single father, Mark North, and his daughter Kyra. Finding herself having problems with directions, Amy enlists Mark’s help to capture the waterfalls. Of course, the waterfalls are so legendary, even Mark isn’t so sure that they might not exist. Of course, Mark might know more than he lets on.
Secrets Hidden In Nature
Mark helps Amy get the photos she needs under the stipulation that she never reveal where they are located. Unfortunately, her boss, Camilla, is able to pinpoint the location, causing a rift between Amy and Mark. Luckily, the waterfalls might just prove the perfect place for love to triumph in the end.
With the focus on the beauty of nature, both known and the unknown waiting to be discovered, the story highlights the activities that can start up with the start of the spring season.Stream on Apple TV+.
1An Easter Bloom (2024)
An Easter Bloomstarts with Amanda working at her family’s flower farm. Unfortunately, the spring harvest doesn’t look too hopeful thanks to a harsh winter, and their only hope might be getting a loan. Between this, and the recent loss of her father, Amanda is suffering a crisis of faith. To help save the farm, Amanda starts working at a coffee shop, allowing her to meet a pastor, Derrick.
After Winter Comes Spring
Soon, a woman named Lori has an accident close to Amanda’s home. She turns out to be both Derrick’s mother and a former florist. With Lori’s help, Amanda finds a new solution to the farm’s financial woes: an upcoming floral design competition for Easter with a large cash prize. As the story goes on, Amanda and Derrick open up about their pasts.
As an Easter story, the holiday is on full display, with characters enjoying church choirs and enjoying all sorts of activities. Ultimately, it’s a story of faith and forgiveness. Flowers also become an important part of the story, from Lori’s intricate five-point design plans to a garden-themed Easter basket.
