Funeral Flowers vs. Sympathy Flowers
Funeral flowers and sympathy flowers both express care after someone dies, but they are usually designed for different locations and purposes.
Funeral flowers are formal arrangements intended for a visitation, funeral, memorial, or graveside service. Sympathy flowers are typically sent directly to the grieving family’s home as a personal expression of comfort and support.
What Are Funeral Flowers?
Funeral flowers are designed to be displayed at a funeral home, church, chapel, cemetery, or memorial-service location.
Common funeral designs include:
- Standing sprays
- Funeral wreaths
- Funeral baskets
- Crosses and other tribute designs
- Casket sprays
Standing sprays, wreaths, and funeral baskets may be sent by relatives, friends, coworkers, or organizations. Casket sprays are generally selected by the immediate family or the person coordinating the funeral.
What Are Sympathy Flowers?
Sympathy flowers are sent directly to the family before or after the service. These arrangements are usually designed for display in the home and may offer comfort after the funeral flowers are gone.
Appropriate sympathy gifts include:
- Vase arrangements
- Sympathy baskets
- Green plants
- Blooming plants
- Basket gardens
Sympathy flowers can be sent immediately after learning about the death or in the following days and weeks. There is no requirement that they arrive before the funeral.
Shop Funeral and Sympathy Flowers
Choose flowers based on the delivery location and the type of tribute you would like to send.
Funeral and Sympathy Delivery in Las Vegas
DiBella Flowers & Gifts has been family owned and serving Las Vegas since 1984. We deliver funeral and sympathy flowers to approved funeral homes, churches, chapels, businesses, and residences throughout Las Vegas, Summerlin, Henderson, and nearby communities.
For funeral-service delivery, provide the deceased’s full name, service location, complete address, service date, and start time. For home delivery, provide the recipient’s full name, telephone number, address, and any access instructions.
Same-day delivery may be available for certain arrangements and locations. Funeral flowers should be ordered as early as possible so delivery can be coordinated before the service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can sympathy flowers be sent to a funeral home?
Some vase arrangements and sympathy baskets may be appropriate for a funeral home. However, standing sprays, wreaths, and funeral baskets are usually better suited to a service.
Can funeral flowers be sent to the family’s home?
Large standing designs are generally intended for funeral services. Vase arrangements, plants, and basket gardens are more practical for a home.
Is it too late to send sympathy flowers after the funeral?
No. Flowers sent after the service can provide meaningful comfort when support and condolences have begun to slow down.
What should I send if I am unsure?
A vase arrangement, green plant, blooming plant, or basket garden sent to the family’s home is usually a thoughtful choice. Call DiBella Flowers & Gifts at 702-384-1121 if you need help selecting an appropriate item.
Order Funeral or Sympathy Flowers in Las Vegas
Choose a respectful funeral tribute or send comfort directly to the family with help from DiBella Flowers & Gifts.
Order online at www.dibellaflowers.com or call 702-384-1121 for personal assistance.
DiBella Flowers & Gifts
5470 W. Sahara Ave., Ste. A
Las Vegas, NV 89146
702-384-1121