Funeral Flowers and Their Meanings 

Flowers have always been an important part of the funeral process. They decorate the funeral space, they are sent to the grieving family as a token of support and love, and they signify growth and life. If you have been tasked with selecting funeral or sympathy flowers, you may feel intimidated. Afterall, there are so many varieties of lowers to choose from, how do you know which is the most appropriate? Don’t worry, directors of funeral homes in Murfreesboro, TN. cover some of the most common funeral flowers and their meanings to help make this choice a little less stressful.  

Colors of Flowers and Their Meanings

Colors of flowers have always held meanings since thousands of years. Every culture around the world can be found to have assigned meanings to their flowers based on color. Of course, some of these meanings change depending on what culture they are in, but for North American meanings, flowers typically hold these meanings: 

• White – White flowers represent purity, elegance, and peace 
• Yellow – Use yellow flowers to express warmth, friendship, and hope 
• Pink – Grace, compassion, and innocence are often associated with pink flowers 
• Red – Red flowers express strength, love, passion, and devotion 
• Purple – Purple flowers are associated with respect, sorrow, admiration, and sympathy  

Meanings Based on Type and Variety of Flower

Other than color, flowers express certain meanings based on what type the flower is. Some of the common flowers and their meanings are: 

• Daises – Daises express peace and hope 
• Orchids – Orchids are often associated with hope, peace and courage 
• Irises – These flowers can represent faith, courage, and wisdom 
• Snapdragons – Graciousness and strength are often expressed by these flowers 
• Tulips – Tulips can represent love, peace, and hope 
• Daffodils – These flowers can express renewal 

How to Add Flowers Into Funeral Services

Including flowers into funeral services has been a long standing practice. Some of the most common ways to use flowers include: 

• Being displayed during the wake at the funeral home or other chosen location 
• Used to decorate the grave 
• Draped over the casket  
• Arranged into the shape of a cross or a heart and used as a display 
• Other type of displays and décor such as standing sprays, baskets, and wreaths  

Think Outside of the Box

While it is true that they are “standard” funeral flowers, that doesn’t mean those are the only ones you can use. If your loved one adored sunflowers, don’t be afraid to fill the room with them. Yes, they are not a typical funeral flower, but the service is meant to honor your loved one and their life. Don’t be afraid to think outside of the box to do so.  

When making arrangements with funeral homes in Murfreesboro, TN., you are going to have a lot on your mind.  Don’t be afraid to leave the flowers to the someone else to handle. Perhaps another family member or very close family friend can help. And, as always, your funeral director is here to help you in anyway we can. Together we can come up with the perfect flower combination for your loved one.