When your dear one loses someone special in their life, it is important to show up for them. One way to remind them that they are not alone in this is by sending them sympathy flowers. It acts as a reminder to them, letting them know that they are remembered and loved. Sending flowers is a beautiful way to show your loved ones that you care. This simple gesture makes them feel seen and heard.
Locally made sympathy bouquets offer a heartfelt way to show support, thoughtfully crafted to express care when words fall short. In this blog we will learn more about what kind of flowers to send, the basic etiquette to follow while sending sympathy flowers and much more.
What to Send: Choosing the Right Sympathy Bouquet
Some popular choices for sympathy bouquets are blooms with soft colors of pastels, white, and green. For example, lilies, roses, hydrangea, carnations, and even eucalyptus. Their gentle tones provide comfort and express silent yet meaningful support during times of grief.
Lilies, chrysanthemums, and hydrangeas are an ideal choice as they convey a sense of calmness. Many prefer hydrangeas as they are available in multiple shades: white, pink, and blue.
Our suggestions from the Flowers for Dreams catalogue would be:
For eco-friendly, long-lasting sympathy plants, you can choose from Mini-Orchids, Jade Plants, or Mini Jades.
Funeral Flower Etiquette: When and Where to Send
You might be worried about when and where to send condolence flower bouquets. While personal preferences vary, sending them as soon as you receive the news is ideal. Funeral flower etiquette says you can send them before the funeral service, so that the family has enough time to choose where to display them.
If you are unaware of the receiver’s religious or cultural preferences, it is best to ask them beforehand to stay respectful of their practices. It’s important to understand that sympathy bouquets do not equal flowers for funeral arrangements. However, it is your choice to send one or both.
What to Write in a Sympathy Card
Sympathy cards aren’t about crafting the perfect words; they’re about expressing real care. Keep your message short, sincere, and heartfelt. Here are a few simple message ideas to inspire what you might write to accompany condolence flowers:
- “Thinking of you and your family with love.”
- “With deepest sympathy. Wishing you comfort and peace.”
To take it a step further, you can share a fond memory with the family or simply let the flowers express your goodwill.
Delivering with Care: Local Sympathy Flower Delivery
At Flowers For Dreams, we deliver with care. We offer same-day and next-day delivery options throughout the Great Lakes in nearly all Midwest towns & cities. Here are some of our popular delivery spots:
- Same-Day & Events: Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee and surrounding suburbs.
- Nearby Next-Day: Minneapolis, St. Paul, Madison, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids.
- Shipping: Cleveland, Cincinnati, Des Moines, St. Louis, Nashville, Kansas City.
With our thoughtfully handpicked sympathy flower bouquets, we also offer handwritten notes to help you express your heartfelt condolences. At Flowers For Dreams, we support local florists and use eco-friendly packaging to provide a more meaningful and sustainable service.
Supporting the Community While Supporting a Friend
At Flowers for Dreams, we have a curated list for sympathy & plant collection, ideal for grieving ones, who may find peace in a long-lasting symbol of your care.
Our every order donates to local causes, including sympathy flowers. We also handpick your favorite flowers from local sources to support local businesses.
