What flowers to send for sympathy

When someone is grieving, flowers say what is hard to put into words. A few simple choices make them easier for the family to receive.

Choose calm colors

White, cream and pale green, with a touch of blush, feel quiet and respectful. Our White Rose Velvet Box and Soft White Mums are both made in these tones.

Send to the home

We deliver sympathy flowers to the family’s home, where they can stay with them for days. We don’t deliver to funeral homes or churches.

Make it easy to look after

A grieving family should not have to find a vase or trim stems. Our arrangements sit in water-holding floral foam and need only a splash of water every couple of days.

Keep the card short

“With deepest sympathy. Thinking of you and your family.” “We are so sorry for your loss. With love and warm thoughts.” “Remembering a wonderful life. Our thoughts are with you.” More in what to write on a flower card.

Timing

If a particular time would be easier for the family, say so in the request and we confirm it with you by email.

See our sympathy flowers or the whole catalog.