Funeral Flowers: Your Guide to a Beautiful Farewell
When we face the loss of a loved one, it can be a challenging time marked by many emotions and many decisions to be made. One of the traditional ways to express grief and honor the deceased is through flowers. But which flowers are most appropriate to give at a funeral, and how do you do it in the most appropriate way? Read on as Flora Nordica answers some of the most common questions regarding flowers for funerals.
Can you bring your own coffin to the funeral?
Yes, you can! A funeral bouquet is placed in front of or next to the coffin for the ceremony, after which the flowers are placed at the gravesite. The funeral bouquet is a nice way to show your respect and sympathy to the bereaved at the funeral.
What flowers do you give at a funeral?
Your relationship to the deceased and your role in the funeral can give you some insight into what types of flowers and arrangements you should look at. We have compiled the categories that are relevant for you as a flower arranger in the church, a close relative attending the funeral, or a friend who simply wants to send their sympathy and condolences to the relatives.
Organizer of ornaments and decorations
If you have the role of providing decorations in the church and possibly for the coffin, there are the following categories you should look at:
- Coffin ornaments or coffin decorations that are placed on top of the coffin over the heart of the deceased. The decorations are available in several different sizes that cover anything from 1/4 to the entire surface of the coffin.
- Bier decorations are intended to be placed on the floor around the coffin and are placed on the wreath-laying area or gravesite when the ceremony is over.
- Pew rows are church decorations in the form of simple bouquets that are placed at the end of the pews along the church floor. Call us if you would like a quote.
Attending the funeral
As a relative and participant in the ceremony, the flower arrangement is a nice way to say goodbye. Many people choose to add a ribbon with text for the deceased. The ribbon is available for the following bouquets:
- Flower wreaths are circular arrangements that are available in several different sizes with different color themes.
- Flower hearts are beautiful decorations with a loving message, available as both open hearts (like a heart-shaped wreath) or whole hearts.
- Bier bouquets which function as bier decorations but are smaller in size and therefore also cheaper. These are also placed in front of the coffin for the ceremony and afterwards at the gravesite.
As an attendee at the funeral, you can also choose to purchase farewell roses, also known as funeral roses, in either white or red in the number of your choice.
Friend or acquaintance of relatives
If you are a friend or acquaintance of the deceased's relatives and would like to show your compassion and sympathy, you can choose to send floral decorations to the church even if you are not attending. We deliver to a large number of churches in North Zealand.
Send condolences to the next of kin
You can also choose to show your sympathy and compassion with a condolence bouquet , which is available in many different sizes and at any price point. The condolence bouquet is often white or light in color and is a beautiful way to show care for someone you know who has lost someone.
Who gives a funeral bouquet?
Anyone who wishes to express their grief or honor the deceased can give a funeral bouquet. This can be close family members, friends, colleagues or other acquaintances.
What should you not wear to a funeral?
Although primarily a cultural decision, bright and eye-catching colors are often considered inappropriate for funerals in many cultures. The safest choice is often neutral or dark shades, unless the deceased or their family specifically requests otherwise.
Who puts a rose on the coffin?
It is often the closest relatives such as children, spouse or siblings who place a rose on the coffin. However, if it is an open ceremony, other guests may also choose to place a rose as a final greeting.
What can you say instead of "condolences"?
Many people choose to say "my thoughts are with you" or "I'm here for you." The most important thing is to express your sympathy and support in a way that feels right to you.
Can you bring your own flowers to a funeral?
You can choose to bring flowers to the funeral yourself, such as a funeral bouquet, wreath, etc. Many people choose to send the flowers directly to the church, whether they are attending or not present during the funeral or interment.
How much do you give to the stretcher fund?
There is no set rule for this. You could say that the closer you are to the deceased, the larger the funeral bouquet or wreath you should give. But the best advice is to give what you feel is appropriate and within your budget. Whether it is a large bouquet or a simple flower, the gesture will be appreciated.
What do you give to relatives upon death?
It is appropriate to send a beautiful condolence bouquet . A condolence bouquet is traditionally in beautiful white and light colors.
What do you say to relatives at a funeral?
Traditionally, "condolences" are expressed to a relative. In addition, a simple "I'm sorry for your loss" or "I'm thinking of you during this difficult time" can be deeply meaningful.
What do you write in the final greeting?
It depends on whether it is in the card or on a funeral ribbon.
If you choose a funeral ribbon for the flowers, you will also typically choose a card. The ribbon is a public greeting that can be seen in the church. However, the relatives take the card home, and each one can see who has sent floral greetings to the funeral or interment.
In the card, you typically write who the sender is, and possibly a few words.
What do you write on a ribbon for a funeral?
The text on the ribbon for the funeral bouquet or decoration is a public final greeting intended for the deceased and their relatives. It can be difficult to put into words your feelings for the deceased, and choose the text that should be on the ribbon. Therefore, you can find some inspiration for the text on the ribbon below:
- A final greeting
- A final goodbye
- Thank you for everything.
- Sleep well.
- Hidden in the heart, never forgotten
- Rest in peace
- Have a good trip
- Thanks for all the good times
- Loved & missed
...or whatever is right for you.
When choosing text for the funeral bouquet, flower heart, flower wreath, or funeral decoration, you should know that there are typically two ribbons. On each ribbon, you can write two lines (with approximately 6 words per line, depending on the length of the word/name).
On one ribbon, write a greeting. On the other ribbon, write who it is from.
Saying goodbye is never easy, but by honoring them with flowers we can express our grief, respect and love. At Flora Nordica, we are here to help you make this gesture as meaningful as possible.