The Different Varieties of Funeral Flower Arrangements

When we learned that a relative or a person close to our heart had passed away, the feeling is so heavy to bear because accepting the fact that they are gone will never be easy. It takes time to swallow that our beloved loved one has now joined our creator and will not be here forever. However, reality is there no permanent things in this world and the only choice is to accept it with all our heart.

To show sympathy, respect and tribute, we often offer flowers to symbolize that we are deeply saddened by this loss. Giving flowers signifies that we are one with everyone as we go through the very painful bereavement stage. It may be tough to decide what flower to send but we must take note that choosing the appropriate flower should be considered in order not to offend the family or their religion.

Nowadays, there are many types of sympathy flowers to choose from to express our deepest condolences. Before sending them to the wake or funeral service, it pays to know if we have some sort of information as to what suitable arrangement can be presented.

Here is a quick guide to help us select the right funeral flower arrangements that is perfectly fitting as we pay homage to our dearest friend or loved one.

1.) Casket Adornments – It is the small arrangement found and placed inside the casket of the deceased person. The usual type of flowers used here are tiny bouquets, garlands and strands of different plants which are tucked into the lapel. Traditionally, this coffer embellishment is bought by the immediate family members and relatives of the deceased.

2.) Floral Baskets – These are usually sent out where the wake will be held which is a funeral home, mortuary or a church. They are displayed in beautiful baskets or special pots which has an attractive flower presentation which is available in many shapes, sizes and design.

3.) Casket Sprays – Positioned usually atop of the casket, casket sprays comes in a variety of sizes depending if the funeral service is open or closed casket. If it is open, it sits on the bottom half of the coffin while in a closed-casket setting; it has a larger arrangement that can cover the entire top.

Standing Sprays – This is a noticeable arrangement perched on a tripod stand with great flower aesthetic which is typically displayed in a position near the casket. Just like floral baskets, it is sent directly where the wake will be held. We can order this specific type of funeral flowers online.

Flower Wreaths – It is circular in shape to signify eternal life. However, it is brought on the burial site of the departed unlike the rest which are directly sent to the funeral home. It is a popular funeral flowers in Singapore and Asia.

Whatever arrangement we opt to give our late loved one, what is more important is that we will remember them and never forget all their wonderful memories until the rest of our lives.