When someone you love passes away, you can let their family members and friends know you are thinking about them by sending funeral flowers. However, there are important etiquette guidelines to follow if you don’t want to offend the recipient or create any awkwardness. Here are a few pieces of funeral flower etiquette to remember the next time you send flowers. 

A Guide to Sending Flowers for a Funeral

1. Keep Reverence In Mind

Oftentimes, friends and family members are tempted to send bright, interesting flower arrangements instead of somber renditions, especially if the focus of their memorial service is to celebrate life. However, keep reverence in mind, especially if you didn’t know the person well. Select tasteful, conservative floral arrangements to stay on the safe side. 

2. Not All Arrangements Are Made for Every Funeral Event 

Funeral flowers and sympathy flowers serve different purposes. While funeral flowers are typically used as part of the memorial service as casket sprays or large displays, sympathy flowers are smaller arrangements meant to show your love for your family members or friends. While sympathy flowers can be sent anytime after the memorial service, funeral flowers should be sent prior to the service so that they are present at the time of the funeral. 

3. Always Include a Note

When you send flowers for a funeral, always include a note letting family members and friends of the deceased know you are thinking of them. Keep the message simple, and avoid making assumptions about how the family is feeling. It doesn’t have to be long; one to three sentences is enough as long as it’s heartfelt. 

If you are going to an upcoming funeral, show your loved one that you care by sending funeral flowers. At Flower Barn in Monroe County, NY, they can help with everything from casket sprays and urn tributes to fruit baskets and standing funeral displays. Explore popular selections and learn more about customization by visiting their website or by giving one of their florists a call at (585) 586-5195.