At a funeral, flowers are not only decoration;Symbolic language that conveys feelings. This page organizes the meanings of common flowers such as funeral flower stands, flower baskets, and wreaths, and provides practical suggestions for selecting flowers according to the occasion and object, so that when you send condolences, you can convey the most considerate, solemn and appropriate feelings.
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1. White Flower Series (the most commonly used and the most stable array)
1. White Lily
Meaning:Purity, rest, blessings
Applicable to:Any identity, any occasion
White lily is the most common main flower in funeral flowers. It is solemn and representative.
2. White Rose
Meaning:Respect, remembrance, remembrance
Applicable to:Elders, friends, colleagues
It has a strong modern feel and is softer than the traditional white chrysanthemum.
3. White chrysanthemum
Meaning:Grief, remembrance
Applicable to:Chinese traditional occasions are the most common
Chrysanthemums symbolize eternity and mourning, and are a common flower for ancestor worship.
4. White carnation
Meaning:Gratitude and miss my mother
Applicable to:Mother, female elder
2. Light-colored flowers (modern, gentle, not heavy)
1. Pale pink rose
Meaning:Tenderness, thoughts, blessings
Applicable to:Young women, friends, colleagues
2. Lilac Rose / Platycodon flower
Meaning:Elegant, eternal thoughts
Applicable to:Any status, prefer elegant style
View: Are light-colored flowers suitable for different religions?
3. Off-white hydrangea
Meaning:Completion, cohesion, longing
Applicable to:Send flowers in the name of company and group
3. Green flowers (calm and tranquil)
1. Green Hydrangea
Meaning:Soothing, calming, life cycle
Applicable to:Modern flower baskets, corporate/institutional flower delivery
2. Green calla lily
Meaning:Respect, calmness, tranquility
Applicable to:Send flowers to formal occasions and companies
4. Flowers that are generally avoided on funeral occasions
- Bright red rose:Symbolizes passion and romance.
- Sunflower:Represents vitality and joy, not suitable for funerals.
- Rainbow Rose:Too fancy.
- Strong contrasting color flowers:Such as pink and dark blue hydrangeas.
If the family has special requirements for the color, it can still be adjusted by the florist; if you have any questions, you can first ask: What should be paid attention to during funeral etiquette?
5. Select flowers according to objects (the most practical classification)
| Object | Suggested flower materials | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Parents/Elders | White lily, white rose, white chrysanthemum | Solemnity, respect, tradition and stability |
| Elderly relatives and friends | White chrysanthemum, lily, carnation | Symbolizes rest and remembrance |
| Friends & colleagues | White rose, light pink, lavender | Gentle, not too heavy |
| Company/Organization | Lily × Hydrangea combination | Decent, balanced, generous appearance |
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