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Flowers have traditionally been given as sympathy gifts, intended to provide peace and comfort during difficult times. At FTD, we offer beautiful mixed flower bouquets and floral arrangements that remind those who are mourning of the gift of life and spirit of hope. Fresh funeral flowers not only honor the departed, but convey your devotion to the brokenhearted.

Each flower holds a meaning all its own. Lilies represent innocence; carnations symbolize remembrance; and roses convey love and reverence, to name a few. FTD also offers beautiful arrangements of daisies, orchids, tulips and more. From a delicate statement to a stylish expression, there are many ways to express your condolences.

FTD's sympathy plants are an environmentally friendly substitute to funeral flowers. Browse our lush green plants, orchid plants, blooming plants, rose plants, and bamboo plants and bonsai trees. We deliver long-lasting plants that will remind the recipient of your heartfelt sympathy for many months to come.

Gifts and gift baskets from FTD are also popular choices to warm even the saddest of hearts. Send a delicious gourmet gift basket—including Godiva, Mrs. Fields, Ghirardelli, and fresh fruit—or a personalized gift to preserve the memory of someone special. Spa gifts offer much-needed relaxation to the grief-stricken.

Whatever sympathy gift you choose, FTD's same-day delivery service ensures it arrives on time. As the leading online florist for sympathy plants and funeral flowers, FTD takes pride in offering exceptional customer service and fast delivery. Our 'Good as Gold' Satisfaction Guarantee promises freshness for at least seven days post arrival. Find out firsthand why we've been the trusted florist for 100 years-send your condolences today.

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The Meaning of Sympathy Flowers and Funeral Flowers

Losing a loved one is difficult, and when you wish to share your sympathy, sending flowers is a meaningful gesture that can provide comfort to those who are grieving. Funeral flowers provide a touching tribute and can brighten up a somber time. The type of flowers you choose can express your particular sentiments. In recent years, sympathy arrangements have begun to incorporate a wide variety of flowers and colors. The traditional language of flowers provides a way to convey your feelings and send a meaningful message.

	Lilies The flower most commonly associated with funeral services in the popular mind is the lily. Lilies are often interpreted as a symbol of the innocence that has been restored to the soul of the departed. A white stargazer lily symbolizes sympathy and any type of white lily expresses majesty and purity.
	Carnations One of the most popular choices for sympathy arrangements, carnations of various colors have different meanings. A red carnation evokes admiration while a pink carnation stands for remembrance. White carnations stand for pure love and innocence.
	Chrysanthemums Also known as mums, chrysanthemums are frequently included in arrangements of flowers for funeral services. Particularly in some European countries, Korea, and Japan, the white chrysanthemum is symbolic of death, lamentation, and grief; therefore, its use is generally reserved for funeral services. In the United States, white chrysanthemums are often understood to symbolize truth.
	Gladioli A fan spray of gladioli is a classic and elegant arrangement for traditional funeral services. The gladiolus embodies strength of character, sincerity, and moral integrity.
	Roses As one of the most recognizable flowers, roses can be a beautiful part of an arrangement of funeral flowers. A white rose evokes reverence, humility, innocence, and youthfulness. Red roses convey respect, love, and courage. Love, grace, and gentility are the message of a pink rose.
	Other Flower Meanings If you would like to customize your arrangement of funeral flowers further, there are more flower meanings that might express your sentiments in this time of grief and remembrance. Though they may not be the traditional funeral flowers, any flowers that share your sympathy with the bereaved and celebrate the deceased's memory are appropriate for a funeral. The xeranthemum symbolizes eternity and immortality. Cyclamens say goodbye and forget-me-nots send a message of faithful love and memories. Marjoram conveys comfort and consolation. The nasturtium celebrates patriotism. If you are aware of flowers that were a favorite of the deceased or that a member of the bereaved family particularly favors, those blooms may also be a good choice for a funeral gift. Whatever flowers you choose to send, your thoughtful message of sympathy will certainly be a comfort to those who are mourning the loss of a loved one.

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