Mourning : flowers and ornaments by Bouvard Fleurs

In many cultures, mourning and flowers are closely linked. Plants provide support and comfort to those who have lost a loved one. Whether used to decorate the ceremony, the grave or as a gift to the bereaved, their selection must be meticulous. On the Bouvard Fleurs blog, you'll find everything you need to know about plants and mourning, including the language of each variety.

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Which flowers to choose in mourning?

What better way to pay tribute to a loved one than to dedicate a wreath of flowers to their memory? At such a painful time, words are often hard to find, whether for the bereaved or for the deceased. Offering flowers at a time of mourning is a delicate and discreet way of expressing condolences. Plants have a very specific language, depending on their variety and color. Calla, chrysanthemum, dahlia, lily, carnation, forget-me-not... These are all typical flowers of mourning, but there are no rules for decorating the coffin at the cemetery, for cremation, etc. However, be sure to take into account the specific characteristics of each plant. However, be sure to take into account the significance of each plant to get the right message across.

If you're feeling lost, don't panic! As you read the articles on your Bouvard Fleurs florist's blog, you'll become an expert in the language of flowers. In particular, you'll learn:

• Flowers for the bereaved
• What shapes to choose for the funeral ceremony
• Which ornaments to choose for grave decorations
• What you need to know about each culture and religion to make the right choice.

Bouvard Fleurs, your florist for funerals in Geneva

As a florist in Perly-Certoux (Geneva) for several decades, Bouvard Fleurs assists people through the ordeal of bereavement. Bouquets, wreaths, sprays... We create tailor-made floral arrangements for funerals, or floral arrangements to send as condolences, reflecting, if you wish, the personality of the deceased to best honor his or her memory. For funerals or special occasions (All Saints' Day, commemorations...), we select the finest local and international flowers. We also offer a flower delivery service for condolences throughout Switzerland.