Whether it’s to show your sympathy, pay tribute to a loved one or to mark a memorial service, funeral flowers remain a classic. However, there are many different types of arrangements, so it can be difficult to find your way around! That’s why in this article, you’ll find answers to your questions about sympathy flowers. Discover the 5 main funeral arrangements: funeral bouquets, funeral baskets, casket covers, urn flowers and gravestone flowers.
Which flowers for a funeral?
Many flowers can be used to create a funeral arrangement. Today, you will even find bouquets with plants that offer a more modern touch. In addition, many flowers are now made synthetically. Artificial funeral flowers are gaining in popularity, as they are maintenance free and will remain beautiful for years! Take a look at these artificial funeral arrangements.Here are the classic artificial flowers used to create funeral bouquets:
- Lilies
- Orchids
- Geraniums
- Carnations
- Hibiscus
- Roses
The different types of funeral flower arrangements :
At funerals and cemeteries, you will see various types of sympathy flowers. Condolence flowers are used to pay tribute, express sympathy and show affection for the passed loved one. Here are 5 funeral arrangements to discover:
1- Funeral bouquet
The flower bouquet is the most popular type of funeral arrangement. It is the one given to the family to show support in this hard time. The funeral bouquet is often made of lilies or a mixture of flowers such as symbolic chrysanthemums and carnations. Don’t be afraid to select bouquets that are different from the classic ones ! For example, an artificial plant arrangement or a more colorful funeral floral design.
2- Funeral basket
What is a funeral basket? A small variation of the classic flower bouquet, the funeral basket is in fact a larger, generally one-sided arrangement presented in a basket on the floor, to display funeral or sympathy flowers. It will be used for display at the funeral home and will include much more flowers mounted high!
3- Casket cover
As the name says, the casket pillow is used to decorate the resting place. It is a beautiful way to decorate the casket, as a mark of compassion. For example, below is a classic arrangement made with yellow hanging hibiscus flowers. The casket pillow is usually given by the immediate family such as the spouse or children. Good to know, the casket pillow is also known as a casket spray !
4- Urn flowers
Urn flowers are a beautiful alternative to casket covers in the case of a cremation. They are made primarily made of orchids and cannas. You will even find rose beds for urns! Submit your request for a funeral arrangement and our florists will be happy to help you design a custom one.
5- Gravestone flowers
The headstone flowers is the second most popular type of funeral arrangement. For men, opt for the more masculine plant arrangements or white flowers. For the flirtatious woman, you may want to consider headstone sprays with pink and colorful flowers.
Many other less common types of funeral flowers can also be found on the market including: stranding sprays, funeral hearts, funeral crosses and funeral crowns.
6- Artificial flowers for cemetery
If you want to create your own arrangements, you can purchase artificial cemetery flowers individually. Make sure these items are designed for outdoor use and treated against fading, so they can be left outside without losing their color.
How much does an artificial funeral arrangement cost?
It all depends on the funeral flowers used and the type of arrangement! For quality artificial headstone flowers, you should expect to pay a minimum of $100. However, you should know that they will remain beautiful for a very long time, without having to maintain them. Your loved one’s resting place will remain well decorated and blooming all year long!
*Please note that custom funeral arrangements are available, only in-store.
