Sympathy flowers

Sympathy flowers are chosen for quiet respect rather than display, and in many families white is the expected colour. Pearl white lilies and chrysanthemums are familiar at memorial services, and tuberose, known as rajnigandha, adds a strong fragrance that many people link with remembrance. Gladioli give height for a tribute or a stage arrangement. If you are unsure of the family’s customs, ask someone close to them before ordering, as practices differ between communities. For a visit to the home, a bunch that can go straight into a vase is easier for the family than one that needs arranging.