Sympathy flowers

While they may seem similar, each has its own etiquette. Sympathy flower arrangements are usually smaller than those sent to funeral homes since they are intended to be used decoratively somewhere in the house. Funeral flowers, on the other hand, are delivered at the time of the funeral service. These larger arrangements may include standing sprays or wreaths.

Flowers good for sympathy bouquets include statice, carnations, lilies, gladiolas, chrysanthemums, and roses.

White is the universally recognized color of mourning since it symbolizes love, peace, and purity.