The Best Flowers for a Funeral

Flowers are a common presence during times of death. Flowers are often laid on the casket, arrangements are sent to the grieving family or they are sent to the mortuary or church where the funeral service is being held. Almost any type of flower can be used in arrangements for funerals, but the popularity and meaning of certain ones make them the best choices..

• Lilies - Lilies, particularly white lilies, are some of the most common types of flowers found in funeral arrangements. They are flowers that go well in memorial services and in sympathy arrangements sent to the home of the next of kin. The meaning of this type of flower varies depending on the particularly type of lily in the arrangement. Commonly they are meant to symbolize sympathy, purity or the return of innocence to the passing soul.


• Carnations - The meaning of carnations depends on the particular color. In funeral arrangements, white carnations are symbolic of innocence. Frequently pink carnations are also a part of the arrangement as a symbol of remembrance. This type of flower can be found in arrangement for the casket, the funeral service and in arrangements sent in sympathy.


• Roses - Red roses are a sign of courage, respect and love. These sentiments are commonly associated with funerals, which makes roses one of the best choices for arrangements. White roses are also commonly found in floral arrangements for funerals. They are often the only flower used or they are mixed with red roses..


• Chrysanthemums - Chrysanthemums are some of the best and most traditional type of funeral flower that can be included in these types of arrangements. This is particularly true in European countries and other parts of the world where it is seen as a flower of sorrow. This type of flower is a good complement to other types of flowers that my go into the spray, wreath or other type of arrangement.


• Daffodils - The bright yellow or white of daffodils are a beautiful addition to funeral arrangements. The flower is often seen as a symbol of regard.