Knowing When to Send Flowers After a Death
It can hard to know how to deal with you have lost someone in your life. It can also be even harder to know how to show support and sympathy towards someone who may not have expected the death. Whether we are the one experiencing the loss or if it is someone we know, the emotions can be overwhelming. It isn’t until we stop to smell that bouquet of roses that we realize we are grieving and that there are those who support and care for us.
If there is one gift that can always express condolences, sympathy, and compassion – it is flowers. With flowers, you can show just how much you care and feel. One of the other best parts of sending flowers is that you can do it practically from anywhere.
In this article, we discuss:
* When to send flowers
* Flowers to send
* How to send flowers
When to Send Flowers
Usually, flowers are sent relatively not long after the passing of the person. When it comes to sending flowers, there are a few things to consider before you pick the perfect floral bouquet.
* Relationship – What is your relationship with the deceased? Were they a family friend? Or, maybe you know this person through a colleague or friend? Knowing and understanding your relationship can help determine when you should ideally send flowers. The closer your relationship is with the deceased or the person grieving, the sooner you should consider sending flowers.
* Funeral Service or Home – Once you have heard the news of someone passing, consider whether or not your flowers are going to go to the funeral home for the service or if you are looking to have them sent to the person grieving is home. If you are sending the flowers for the service, it is crucial to have the address and date of the service beforehand. If you are not sure, consider asking the family of the deceased if they have a preference.
Once you have determined your relationship and where you plan to send flowers, you may also want to consider if they have specific practices and beliefs. If they do, you want to ensure you respect these beliefs. If you aren’t sure, remember, it’s okay to ask the family, and it’s okay to see if sending flowers is appropriate.
Flowers to Send
If you have never had to choose flowers or send flowers after a passing, here is a list of recommended flowers. These flowers are ideal for showing sympathy but also compassion and care towards the person grieving.
Sunflower – If you are looking to brighten someone’s day and bring some positivity into their life after the passing of a friend or family member, consider the sunflower. This flower is one that is commonly known as the “happy” flower because it is bright and full of positivity. Should you choose to send a sunflower, this flower, while it may not be a common one to send to a funeral home, this would be an ideal choice to send to the griever’s home.
Hydrangeas – Maybe the person who has passed is regarded as a father figure – hydrangeas would be an ideal flower to send. They are a flower that represents and symbolizes appreciation. Hydrangeas come in an array of different colors, and the lighter ones would be ideal for someone who has passed.
Lilies – A common choice for a funeral service, the lily is one that is known as the flower of sadness. The lily can evoke emotions of grief while also symbolizing rebirth and relief.
Rose – Ever year on February 14th floral shops get an influx of rose orders; however, roses are also a flower of choice when sending condolences and sympathy. Though there are many different colors of roses to choose from when sending flowers, it is recommended that you go with red or white roses.
Tulip – Sending someone tulips can evoke emotions of cheer and thoughtfulness. Like the rose, there are many different colors that the tulip can come in, but it is recommended to go with white, pink, or red tulips.
Gladioli – This flower is one that represents sincerity; therefore, making a great floral choice for sympathy and compassion. If you are looking for a flower to send someone who is grieving but that you don’t have a close relationship with, gladiolus is a good choice.
Chrysanthemums – The Chrysanthemum is a flower that symbolizes and represents grief and sadness, making it a popular floral choice for a sympathy bouquet.
Flowers evoke many different emotions, and when you consider the different colors available, they can evoke many different more.
How to Send Flowers
Once you have selected your floral arrangement, comes the part of sending it to the recipient.
There are two ways of getting the flowers to the person grieving.
You can send flowers through delivery or in-person.
When you choose to go with delivery, you want to ensure that they can meet your requirements. For example, if you plan to send the flowers to be part of a funeral service, you want to make sure that they can arrive on-time or else the flowers won’t be useful.
With FloraQueen, when you place a floral order for a funeral service or in general, there is an option that allows you to fill in the necessary information to allow for smooth delivery.
If you are choosing to deliver the flowers in-person, you can customize the flowers with a vase or wrapping. Regardless of the way you plan to send flowers, remember that it doesn’t matter how you send it, it’s the thought that counts.
When it comes to sending flowers, it can be hard to know when. The most important thing to remember is that when you do decide to send flowers, regardless of the timeline, it all comes down to the thought. You could send the flowers a day, week, or month later – for the recipient, the thought is going to always be appreciated and welcomed. It is never too late to send flowers and to show support and compassion for someone who is grieving.
