Flowers for Funerals and their Meaning

The flowers you pick for a funeral can represent your feelings about the person who has passed away or articulate specific character traits they were known and loved for.

The trusted Brisbane florist we engage regularly, Starry Flowers Design at Eight Mile Plains, says there are numerous blooms that are regularly selected for funerals due to tradition and meaning.

We share images and common sentiments associated with five (5) of them below.

Before we begin though, we’d like to reiterate to our families that you don’t need to spend an exorbitant amount on funeral flowers, and you can express the desired message or meaning with understated floral arrangements.

Flowers for Funerals Meaning

The flowers you select for your loved one’s funerals can have a significant meaning and are a visual way to personalise a service.

It should be noted that the colour of the flower chosen can also impact the sentiment you wish to express.

Did you know the meaning of a particular flower can also change depending on which country you are in?

Perhaps you would like to incorporate a vibrant colour to match your loved one’s charismatic personality. Or perhaps you’d like the flowers to express your respect for the departed and may choose a colour which symbolises that such as red or purple.

When there is no preferred colour for the arrangements, white flowers are normally chosen.  More about that here.  

1. Carnation:

Generally speaking, carnations are associated with the idea of fascination. They also tend to act as a positive representation of love and gratitude.

2. Rose:

Roses have been a symbol and love, devotion and beauty for centuries. Red roses in particular are known to represent passion, sensuality and romance.

In some countries, white roses are commonly used to express condolences and innocence.

3. Chrysanthemum:

Optimism and happiness are emotions which are commonly associated with chrysanthemums around the world.

Some also believe that chrysanthemums portray friendship, loyalty and devoted love.

4. Lily: (In particular, white lilies)

Some people talk about the scent of lilies reminding them of funerals and that’s because they are frequently included in sympathy and funeral flowers.

Lillies are known to symbolise purity and rebirth, and are said to represent the soul being returned to a state of innocence.

5. Gerbera:

Gerberas are favourites for flower lovers around the world and come in dozens of colours.

Different cultures have specific ideas and beliefs about these blooms, and some believe they express cheerfulness and reduce stress and sorrow. Innocence and purity are also associated with gerberas.

Brisbane Funeral Flowers

At Anton Brown Funerals, our trusted Brisbane florist can create funeral floral arrangements, including casket sprays and wreaths, for any budget and taste.

Click here to learn about the process of selecting and organising funeral flowers, or please give us a call on (07) 3217 3088 if you have any questions.