Share your condolences and send a beautiful bouquet of flowers from Appleyard London.
WHAT FLOWERS SHOULD I SEND?
Know what to send depending on religion, relationship and meaning
Catholic
There are no restrictions with bouquets for this religion.
Protestant Christian
There are no restrictions with bouquets for this religion.
Mormon
Avoid arrangements in the shape of a cross. Most flowers are appropriate.
Muslim
It is good etiquette to consent the family before sending flowers.
Jewish
You generally should not send flowers to a Jewish funeral or to the shiva home.
Hindu
Garlands are traditionally worn, however most flowers are appropriate.
Immediate Family Member
If you are a parent, grandparent, spouse, son, daughter or sibling you may choose to order any arrangement you like.
Remember that flowers from close family are usually placed close to the casket. We would recommend on of a sheafs or wreath arrangement.
Extended Family Member
If you are a auntie, uncle, niece, nephew or cousin you have a wide range of options to send to the family of the deceased.
You may want to send an arrangement directly to the family home for them to display, or to the funeral director. We would recommend one of our beautiful posies or a wreath arrangement.
Close Friend or Colleague
Close friends and colleagues may want to send flowers simply to show you are thinking of them at this difficult time.
You may want to send the flowers directly to the family of the deceased. We would recommend one of our beautiful posies or wreath arrangements.
Roses
Roses represent love, beauty and devotion. Because of this, they are a popular stem for funeral flowers.
Don't forget, the colours of roses also represent different meanings. For example a red roses expresses romance and love, whereas pink roses represent grace and appreciation.
Lilies
Lilies represent purity and innocence, and are often used at funerals. They have a way of expressing your emotions without words.
In Christianity, white lilies are associated with the Virgin Mary and they would therefore be a perfect flower to send for a Christian funeral.
Gerbera / Germini
These flowers represent beauty and innocence. Germini and gerbera are often seen as a cheerful flower, and will help to bring happiness during bereavement.
The colours of germini or gerbera represent different meanings. For example pink represents admiration & adoration, whereas white means purity or innocence.
WHAT MESSAGE SHOULD I INCLUDE?
Below are some example messages you could write to share your condolences
You are forever in our thoughts
In loving memory...
With deepest sympathy
You will be missed
Thinking of you, always
We are so sorry for your loss
FUNERAL FLOWERS FAQ'S
If you still have questions about our funeral flowers, find some of the answers below
We have created a guide for when you are not sure what to send. This is sectioned depending on religion, relationship or meaning. To find out more, see our guide here.
Please order at least 2 working days before the funeral, before 4pm. We will delivery your flowers to the family or funeral director at least 1 day before the funeral is to take place. This is so that the bouquet is ready in time for the funeral.
We will not be delivering flowers on a Saturday or Sunday, so please bear this in mind when placing your order.
If you would like to let them know who it is from, please leave your name(s) add the end of the gift message section. A gift message card is included with all bouquets and arrangements with your personal message and mention of who it is from. We will not disclose who it is from unless you wish to.
Sometimes families will specify an "in lieu of" when recommending a charity donation. If you would still prefer to send flowers, this is okay. Flowers will help you say what is often difficult to express. Your flowers will add extra beauty to the service and make it a memorable one.
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