Add a single rose to any bouquet or arrangement to express your enduring love and appreciation of the deceased. Back to Shopping. Internal Search: Recommend. In a hurry? Main Menu Quick Shop. Verify E-mail for Password Delivery. Show Categories Show Occasions. Lilies The most traditional funeral flowers center around the lily. Carnations Carnations are a very popular choice for sympathy flowers. Chrysanthemums The chrysanthemum, or mum, makes a wonderful choice when mourning with a family that has ties to Europe or Asia.
Gladioli When mourning someone who displayed strength and character in life, the gladioli is an excellent choice to send the family. Roses Roses have a universal meaning that makes them ideal as a funeral flower.
Hydrangeas Not all funeral flowers are cut flowers. Daffodils and Tulips Bring encouragement and hope during a time of struggle by sending daffodils or tulips.
The gift of a plant is often an ideal choice, as they provide a long-lasting tribute to the loved one lost, as well as a constant reminder of the friendship and affection you wish to support the bereaved through the grieving process. The lily is the flower most commonly associated with funeral services as they symbolize the innocence that has been restored to the soul of the departed.
The white lily expresses majesty and purity, where as white stargazer lilies specifically symbolize sympathy. Gladioli have a tall flower stem composed of multiple flowers that can measure up to 4 feet tall. They are typically used in fan sprays, which are classic and elegant arrangements for traditional funeral services.
The gladiolus embodies strength of character, sincerity, and moral integrity. They are available in a wide range of colors, including white, pink, red, purple, yellow, orange, salmon, and green. Long lasting and fragrant, carnations are a popular choice for sympathy arrangements. The red carnation evokes admiration while a pink carnation stands for remembrance. White carnations stand for pure love and innocence.
Mums are frequently included in arrangements for funeral services. In some European countries, such as France, Italy, Spain, Poland, Hungary and Croatia, chrysanthemums are symbolic of death and are only used for funerals or on graves. In China, Japan and Korea, white chrysanthemums are symbolic of lamentation and grief. In the US, they symbolize truth and usually regarded as positive and cheerful, with New Orleans as a notable exception. As one of the most recognizable flowers, roses can be a beautiful part of an arrangement of funeral flowers.
Leaves: Hope. Lemon Blossoms: Fidelity. Lilacs white : Youthful Innocence. Lilies: Majesty. Lilies white : Peace. Lilies of the Valley: Return of Happiness. Magnolias: Perseverance. Maidenhair: Discretion. Mimosas: Sensitivity. Peach Blossoms: Captive.
Roses red and white : Unity. Roses burgundy : Unconscious beauty. A Single Rose: Simplicity. Hybrid Tea Roses: "I'll remember you". Rosemary: Rememberance. Snowdrop: Hope. Sweet Pea: Delicate Pleasures. Tulip: Love. Veronica: Fidelity. Violet: Faithfulness.
Hydrangea plants are not directly associated with funerals; however, they are a common gift of thanks. They will bloom for many years and are very easy to maintain; therefore, they can be an appropriate gesture to send to a family in bereavement.
Image Credit: Zestnz. Daffodils and tulips symbolise fresh starts. They are believed to bring hope to people going through difficult times. Like roses, tulips come in a variety of colours, each with different meanings: yellow signifies cheerfulness; white represents forgiveness; and red denotes love. Choosing the appropriate flowers for a funeral can give you a sense of closure; however, there are no rules.
Selecting the flower is only the first step. The visual properties of the arrangement can help strengthen your message. Just like flowers, arrangements have their own meanings and traditions. Inside pieces are placed inside the casket and are generally arranged as corner clusters, sheaves, pillows or crosses. Traditionally they are brought to a funeral home by younger relatives — children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren — of the deceased.
Image Credit: Blogspot. Floral baskets can be sent to the funeral parlour, church or home of the bereaved. They are commonly displayed on top of tables or on the ground surrounding the casket. They are available in many shapes, sizes and styles.
Image Credit: Exotic Flowers. Casket sprays are placed directly on top of the casket. Full casket sprays are used for closed casket services; while half-casket sprays — which only cover a portion of the casket — are used for open casket services. In most instances they are purchased by the family alone. Standing sprays are displayed on an easel in a prominent position near the casket. They are often the most noticeable feature as they stand between 1 and 3 feet high.
In addition, they are usually arranged in the shape of a heart, cross or triangle. Standing sprays are typically sent directly to the funeral home or church.
Wreaths are a circular shape that symbolise eternal life and are usually placed on the doors of funeral homes. Unlike other arrangements — which are sent directly to the funeral home, church or the home of the bereaved — wreaths are generally brought to the place of burial.
Image Credit: Mills in Bloom. Vases, dish gardens and plants are commonly used as table arrangements for post-funeral events or as a sympathy gift. Knowing a little about your choices will help you find the most suitable arrangement to express your condolences. That said, just like flower selection, there are no rules. Image Credit: Seven Pounds. Everyone is unique; therefore, sometimes a specially made tribute is the most fitting. Military flower arrangements often symbolise peace and heroism.
Since fallen soldiers are considered heroes, their funerals often acknowledge their service and goals. The most frequently used tribute is the flag motif. Wreaths made from flag colours or clusters in the shape of their branch insignia are also common — but less bold — options.
Image Credit: Flower City Florist. Teddy bears, angels, footballs, guitars — literally anything that the child enjoyed will be suitable. Most florists will be able to create bespoke designs based on your own personal requirements. When emotions are running high, sadness, grief, confusion and anger can easily take hold. Simply being a shoulder to cry on is one of the most comforting things you can do for someone.
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