Funeral flowers can help you express your sympathy in a time of sorrow. At a time of loss, flowers are often the most powerful way you can express your emotions. They can also help to bring comfort and thought to those who have lost a loved one.

In those difficult times, let San Diego Flowers by Coley help you to choose a suitable tribute to say your goodbyes. We have a wide selection of products for you to look through, all of which have style, dignity and elegance. Our selection of funeral flowers includes - casket covers, hearts, wreaths, crosses, sprays, baskets, roseary's and gates of heaven.

Use beautiful and traditional designs for the immediate family, close relatives, friends and business associates. Arrangements are tastefully organized with freshly cut blooms and can be designed in any style required.

Consider all white cover with Gladiolas, White Carnations, and White Daisys. Other color's are available. A spectacular display of Red Roses for a half Casket finished in Ti Leaves and Dagger Fern are a possibility. Select an arrangement from our beautiful selection of funeral flowers and sympathy flowers for the immediate family, relatives, friends or business associates.

Sympathy Etiquette
These frequently asked questions about funeral flowers may help you make a selection.

Q. How do I know what is appropriate when ordering flowers for a funeral?
A. Sympathy tributes vary region to region, so call us and ask our advisors what they recommend. Sometimes we will know what the family has ordered or what other tributes are being sent, and can create something for you that will be a nice complement to the other flowers.

Q. I have seen a lot of different styles of floral arrangements at funeral services lately. What is best? How do I order a "special" design?
A. Highly personalized sympathy tributes that depict an aspect of a person's essence are a growing trend. If the deceased was a man who loved the outdoors, perhaps a tribute incorporating branches and natural materials would be ideal. If the deceased was an avid gardener, a tribute with a collection of garden flowers may be a perfect choice.

Q. Is it okay to send flowers to the family's home? If so, when is it appropriate to send them?
A. Absolutely. This is a wonderful way to express your sympathy and is a common trend. Some people choose to send flowers to the home immediately while others prefer to wait a week or more. There are no rules. Flowers can be a very comforting reminder during the grieving process that friends haven't forgotten.

Q. Is it still appropriate to send flowers if the death notice mentions a charitable donation?
A. Yes. Because flowers help say what is often difficult to express, they are always appropriate and in good taste. Flowers also play a functional role, adding warmth to the service and providing the visible emotional support that the family needs during this time.

Q. Is it acceptable to send roses or flowers in a glass vase to the funeral home?
A. From an etiquette standpoint this is perfectly acceptable; however, some funeral homes have rules about certain types of arrangements. At San Diego Flowers By Coley we are familiar with what many funeral homes allow.

Q. If several of us want to go in together for funeral flowers, how do we sign our names so the family knows how to thank us?
A. When groups go in together on flowers, the arrangements can be very special and make a larger showing. There should be room on the floral enclosure card for several names, but if there's not enough space it is best to sign as a group, such as "The Girls in Accounting" or "The Smith Family." Include a contact name and address on the card so the family knows who to thank.

Q. Is it appropriate to send a plant to the funeral home? If so, will the funeral home send it to the family after the service?
A. Yes, it is appropriate to send a green or flowering plant. Some funeral homes will deliver plants or flowers to the home if specified. In some cases, the florist may make arrangements to pick up the plant after the services and deliver it to the family. Otherwise, the funeral director will simply notify the family members that they may take the plants with them after the service.

Final Note
Experts say that although the initial outpouring of sympathy is a great comfort to a family that has lost a loved one, many people experiencing such a loss appreciate being thought of in the weeks and months after the funeral. Consider sending flowers or a plant with a personal note to the home of the bereaved. Your message of, "I'm here if you need me," will show the bereaved that no matter how much time passes, he or she can count on your support.

San Diego Flowers by Coley can help you make it just the way you want it. Please call us at 858-560-0464. Our knowledgeable and professional team of event decorating advisors can help you.