Yesterday, in the courtyard behind the renowned Nordic Museum in Stockholm, a special event took place that symbolized and strengthened the ties between Denmark and Sweden. King Frederik and Queen Mary participated in a ceremony where they planted a Danish apple tree in Swedish soil, a gesture that both literally and figuratively fertilized the relationship between the two neighboring countries. During the ceremony, which attracted attention from both the press and the public, King Frederik took the initiative to do the first shoveling of dirt around the tree’s roots. After a few shovelfuls of soil, he declared that it was enough, which sparked laughter among those present. However, Queen Mary pointed to the remaining soil and remarked that there was still more work to be done, prompting the king to take a few extra shovels while smiling at the audience.
The apple tree that was planted is of the Gul Gråsten variety, known as Denmark’s national apple and famous for its juicy and aromatic fruit. This choice of tree underscores the deep cultural connection and shared heritage between Denmark and Sweden. The event is a symbol of the ongoing goodwill and close cooperation between the two kingdoms, and the newly planted apple tree will serve as a lasting reminder of this special day. It is expected that the tree will grow strong and bear fruit that can be enjoyed by future generations, just as the Danish-Swedish relationship hopefully will flourish in the years to come.