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Several Types Of Flowers For Funeral Etiquette And What They Represent
If someone close to you has died, you might want to bring flowers for funeral. There are several kinds of blooms that you can offer at the memorial service. It is important to know which species are considered acceptable in this type of situation. Pick blossoms that are appropriate and symbolic for the occasion.
A common type of blossom associated with interments is the Lily. White varieties mean that innocence has returned to the deceased person's soul after his death. The bloom is also symbolic of dignity, purity, and splendor. The white stargazer lilies denote sympathy that you feel towards the family left behind.
A Galdioli is a tall plant with multiple blooms on each stem. This is often seen at memorials ina fan like arrangement. It signifies integrity, strength and sincerity. The blossoms come in a variety of colors like peach, white, violet, orange, yellow, red and pink. The arrangement can be placed in a basket or a special tall stand.
Chrysanthemums are also common blooms uses for services especially in Spain, Italy, France, Poland, Croatia, and Hungary where the blossom symbolizes death. In Japan, China and Korea, the white varieties represent grief. They are not often used in memorials in the US with the exception of New Orleans because they symbolize joy in America.
Carnations are great choices for long interments since they last long. They are fragrant and are common picks to show sympathy. The colors of the blossoms also have special meanings. Red carnations represent admiration; pink blooms symbolize remembrance, and the white ones stand for innocence and a wholesome kind of love.
Roses can also be given as flowers for funeral. Red ones represent respect, courage, and love. Pink roses symbolize love and grace, while yellow ones are given by friends of the deceased. Dark crimson signify sorrow and grief. A single rose denotes undying love to the departed which is usually given by someone who is special to the dead.
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