Posted by: scentandviolet May 12th, 2020

1. Why send sympathy or funeral flowers?

2. What type of arrangement should I send?

3. How do I choose specific flowers and a design?

4. Why do funeral flowers cost so much?

1. Why send sympathy or funeral flowers?

In times of sorrow, when finding the right words seems impossible, flowers go the distance. They communicate compassion, peace, comfort, and love. They show bereaved friends and family you recognize their pain and want to offer your support. A funeral service filled with fresh blossoms showers the deceased with honor and respect, providing a dignified final tribute for a life well lived.

2. What type of arrangement should I send?

There are many options for sympathy flowers, which vary by relationship to the deceased. Here are some general guidelines.

Casket sprays and inside casket pieces: These are traditionally selected by the closest relative — a living spouse or immediate family.

Standing sprays: Typically consisting of a wreath on an easel, this display helps brighten a visitation, funeral or graveside service and is an appropriate choice for immediate family members, close friends, or the deceased’s boss office.

Centerpieces, bouquets, flowering plants, mixed planters/European gardens: A suitable selection for friends, acquaintances, or colleagues, these pieces can either be sent to the funeral service or the home of bereaved family members in the days and weeks following their loss.

3. How do I choose specific flowers and a design?

 Our team of professionals is here to help gently guide you through the process. We’ll ask you thoughtful questions about your loved one to understand his or her personality, hobbies, and other favorites, such as colors and fragrances. We’ll use this information to create a personalized design that encapsulates his or her spirit.  

4. Why do funeral flowers cost so much?

Casket and standing sprays are large, elaborate pieces that involve many stems of flowers and hours of work. The price reflects the amount of product and labor needed to complete them. If these options are outside your budget, a staff member at Scent & Violet can help you select a smaller, but still lovely, option to honor your loved one.