Say It with Flowerlicious Flowers
Flowers at a funeral symbolise various emotions such as love, respect, and mourning. Each type of flower and its colour carries specific meanings, allowing the bereaved to express their feelings and pay tribute to the deceased in a meaningful way.
Comfort and Solace: Floral arrangements provide a sense of peace and beauty amidst the sorrow of loss. They offer visual comfort to grieving families and friends, helping to create a serene atmosphere during the funeral service.
Common Funeral Flowers and Their Meanings
- Lilies: Often associated with funerals, white lilies symbolise the restored innocence of the soul of the deceased.
- Roses: Red roses represent love and respect, while white roses signify purity and reverence. Yellow roses can indicate friendship and remembrance.
- Carnations: White carnations stand for pure love and innocence, pink carnations for remembrance, and red carnations for admiration.
- Chrysanthemums: In many cultures, particularly in Europe and Asia, chrysanthemums are symbols of death and mourning.
- Orchids: Orchids symbolise eternal love and convey deep sympathy. Their exotic appearance can be a unique tribute to a special individual
