When you have a friend who has lost a loved one, a thoughtful way to show you support and condolences is with sympathy flowers. These sympathy flowers are arrangement that you typically have delivered to their home along with a card. You can order them from a local florist, an online retailer, or even create the arrangement yourself. Although sending these flowers is pretty straightforward, there are some things you should know. Directors of funeral homes in Rolling Prairie, IN. share the best practices when it comes to sending these flowers.
Sympathy Flowers vs. Funeral Flowers
First it is important to note that sympathy flowers are not the same as funeral flowers. While sympathy flowers are delivered to the grieving family’s home as a personal gift to them, funeral flowers are delivered to the funeral home or church to serve as a tribute to the deceased and are used in the funeral service.
When to Send Sympathy Flowers
There is no “right” time to send sympathy flowers as they can be sent before or after the funeral. Some people may choose to send the arrangement as soon as they are made aware of the passing. Others may wait until after the funeral when things aren’t quite so hectic for the family. Either way, it is never too late to send the flowers. Even if it has been a week or so after the funeral, a pretty arrangement of flowers can always brighten someone’s day and remind them they are loved.
What Type of Flowers Should be Used?
Just as with funeral flowers, there are some types of flowers that are commonly used in sympathy arrangements. These can include roses, carnations,, lilies, orchids, and gladioli. Most florists and online retailors will have specific arrangements for sympathy.
Other than flowers, a plant is a nice option to send. With flowers only staying viable for a short time, a plant is something the family can have more long term. Some nice choices include peace lilies, palm plants, and philodendrons.
What Colors Should be Used?
You might find that most sympathy arrangements are created with colors of white, pink, lilac, and other more muted colors. Bright colors are typically not used as they tend to convey a more celebratory feel.
What Should the Card Say?
Deciding what to write on the card is often times a difficult decision for most people. You want to convery your sympathy but finding the right words can be challenging. Luckily, you don’t need to be a poet or write anything too long as a simple, short message is best. Some examples are:
- With deepest sympathy
- Our thoughts are with you
- Wishing you some small comfort in this time of sorrow
- We are so sorry for your loss
- Our hearts go out to you and your family
- Holding you close in my thoughts and hoping you are doing okay
If you would like more information on sending sympathy flowers or funeral flowers to funeral homes in Rolling Prairie, IN., you may check our merchandise, give us a call or come by anytime as we are always here to answer any questions you may have including our privacy policy.