Not every sympathy arrangement needs to go to the funeral.
Flowers sent to the family’s home bring comfort right where they are grieving, in the days before and after the service.
Browse the table arrangements below, and a local florist will deliver your choice to the family’s door.
These are smaller arrangements in a vase, a basket or a pot, sized to sit on a kitchen table, a mantel or a side table.
Our table arrangements use flowers like roses, lilies, hydrangea and carnations, and each listing shows the container.
Some descriptions note that the container may vary, since local florists work with what they have on hand to match the design.
They are meant to be enjoyed up close, so the family can set them where they spend their days.
Home arrangements are a good fit for close friends, neighbors, coworkers and relatives who cannot attend the service.
They are also a kind way to reach out a few weeks later, when most of the cards have stopped coming.
If the family is traveling for the funeral, check that someone will be home, or send the flowers once they are back.
For the service itself, a standing spray or a wreath is the more traditional choice.
Sending to the home also works well when the service is private or the family has asked for a small gathering.
Pick something the family can enjoy without any effort.
An arrangement that arrives in its own vase or basket means no one has to hunt for a container.
Soft whites, creams and blues feel calm, and a few pastel tones add warmth without feeling too bright.
If you know the person’s favorite flower, choose an arrangement that includes it.
A smaller arrangement can feel more personal than a large one, especially when it comes with a note in your own words.
For the card, speak to the family directly, such as “Thinking of you and holding you close. Love, Maria.”
Card messages can be up to 200 characters.
If you want something for the service, see our standing sprays and casket sprays, or choose a sympathy plant that lasts for years.
Is it okay to send flowers to the home instead of the funeral?
Yes.
Many people send flowers to the home, especially if they cannot attend the service or want to reach out later.
When is the best time to send them?
Any time in the first few weeks is welcome.
Some people choose a date after the funeral, when the family has more time at home.
What do I need at checkout?
You will need the recipient’s name, street address and phone number, the delivery date and your card message.
Can I send flowers to someone who lives in another state?
Yes.
Your order goes to a local florist near the recipient, anywhere in the United States or Canada.
Which days can flowers be delivered?
Delivery is available Monday through Saturday, and Sunday delivery is not offered.
When you are ready, choose an arrangement above, or browse every arrangement type on our home page.