Hither Green Baskets & Posies by Hither Green Florist

At Hither Green Florist, our hand-crafted funeral flowers, baskets and posies are designed with care, respect and local knowledge. From our studio close to Hither Green Station and the quiet streets around Staplehurst Road and Springbank Road, we create elegant floral tributes that help you say goodbye with grace.

Each basket and posy is arranged by an experienced local florist using fresh, seasonal stems. Whether you prefer soft pastels, classic white & green, or something more vibrant to reflect a loved one's personality, we'll guide you to the right design and finish every detail by hand.

We provide sensitive, reliable same-day delivery across Hither Green and neighbouring areas including:

  • Lewisham
  • Catford
  • Ladywell

Order before 3 PM for same-day delivery direct to local homes, churches, funeral directors and crematoria. You can visit us in store or order online securely, adding a personal message that we handwrite for you.

Our team has years of experience working with local families and funeral directors in SE13 and SE6, so you can trust Hither Green Florist to handle every arrangement with professionalism and compassion. If you're unsure which tribute to choose, we're happy to advise on appropriate basket and posy styles, sizes and flower choices to suit your wishes.

For thoughtful baskets and posies in Hither Green and surrounding areas, let our local experts create meaningful bouquets and tributes when they matter most.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A warm, artfully balanced basket arrangement in soft whites, pale pinks and verdant greens, presented against a clean white background to emphasise form and colour. The display is anchored by several large white Gerbera daisies with striking deep brown centres, their sculpted petals opening like small suns. Surrounding them, clusters of light pink carnations provide a romantic, cloud-like texture, while an underlayer of tiny white and pale yellow daisy-like chrysanthemums or asters creates a plush, garden-fresh density. Scattered throughout are delicate, starry purple-blue accent blooms that introduce coolness and visual depth. The foliage is a studied mix: cool, rounded eucalyptus leaves add silvery highlights and a soft fragrance, while darker glossy ruscus lends structure and a trailing grace to the left-hand side. The flowers sit inside a rustic, handwoven light-brown wicker basket with a sturdy curved handle that frames the arrangement and gives it a homely, crafted feeling. Soft, even lighting renders each petal and leaf with clarity, suggesting a gentle, natural perfume and freshly cut stems. As a local florist familiar with Hither Green Village and the regular routes around Hither Green Station and Blackheath, I made this piece to convey sympathy, gratitude, or quiet celebration; it reads as both an elegant table centerpiece and a thoughtful floral tribute. Hither Green Florist can prepare similar baskets for local delivery around Hither Green and nearby Lewisham when you want a composition that feels personal and reassuring.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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From the vantage above, this Florist Choice Basket glows with a curated mix of blooms and greenery. The arrangement centres on large hot pink peonies, with white ranunculus, pale pink hydrangeas, and blush and cream roses forming a soft, romantic core, all accented by eucalyptus and other greenery for depth. The white woven basket supports the abundant display, its natural texture contrasting with the velvety petals. A crisp white square overlay sits at the center, bearing Florist Choice Basket in a flowing script and the price ?60 in bold sans-serif numerals. Available for same-day delivery across Hither Green and surrounding districts, this ready-to-gift bouquet is ideal for anniversaries, birthdays, or simply to celebrate love. At Hither Green Florist we select stems for colour harmony, fragrance, and lasting freshness, then arrange them with care to create movement and depth. The subtle scent of greens blends with the sweetness of roses and ranunculus, while the peonies provide drama and romance. The basket's rustic charm is tempered by a clean, modern presentation that would suit a contemporary flat along Brockley Rise or a leafy doorstep near Grove Park. It's a thoughtful gift that communicates warmth and attention to detail, delivered with reliability and care to brighten someone's day.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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In this image, a delicate yet substantial sympathy basket takes centre stage, its shape and colours clearly visible against a clean white background. The basket is woven in a soft cream tone, with a prominent curved handle that arches over the flowers like a protective embrace. At the heart of the arrangement is an exquisite creamy white rose, its neatly layered petals forming a calm, centred spiral that draws the eye and conveys a sense of purity and respect. To one side, two rich purple calla lilies add depth and drama, their smooth, funnel-like blooms gracefully tilted, reminiscent of the refined floral tributes often chosen for services in and around Hither Green. Weaving gently among the foliage are starry clematis-style flowers in shades of light lavender and lilac, each bloom with a tiny yellow centre, giving the design a soft, almost whisper-like quality. Dotted throughout are small bursts of yellow from freesia or alstroemeria-type blossoms, their slender petals and delicate shapes bringing a subtle lift to the mood, like sunlight breaking through clouds. Toward the right edge of the display, a single magenta gerbera-like flower reaches out, its vibrant ring of petals offering a personal, heartfelt touch among the more muted tones. The arrangement is wrapped in a lush collar of greenery, with broad, rounded dark green leaves intertwined with lighter, more delicate sprigs, creating a full, mounded silhouette that gently spills over the basket rim. A faint shadow underneath adds a sense of depth and realism. The image conveys the feeling of a carefully made condolence gift, the sort of thoughtful funeral arrangement a neighbour might order from a trusted Hither Green florist for delivery to a family near Mountsfield Park or along Hither Green Lane.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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Displayed against a completely white background, a light-coloured wicker basket with a gentle handle cradles an elegant funeral flower arrangement, carefully composed in cool, soothing tones. The overall shape is rounded and full, as if it has been thoughtfully built up by a skilled Hither Green florist used to creating tributes for quiet services near Hither Green Lane or intimate gatherings by Manor House Gardens. At the heart of the design sit several large, creamy-white roses, fully open and luxuriant, their velvety petals spiralling outward in generous layers that convey grace and heartfelt remembrance. Intermingling with these central roses are distinctive clematis blooms, their star-shaped petals in soft lavender and pale periwinkle blue, each with a bright yellow-green centre that adds a gentle gleam to the arrangement. Clusters of smaller, freesia-like blossoms in pale yellow and white nestle between the larger flowers, offering delicate texture, light fragrance, and a sense of quiet movement; some stems remain in bud, hinting at unfolding life even in moments of farewell. Rich, dark green foliage wraps around the base and threads through the flowers, the combination of broad, glossy leaves and finer sprigs providing structure and contrast without overwhelming the pastel colours. The white background allows every petal and leaf to stand out, creating an impression of clarity and stillness. This basket would feel at home resting in a chapel near Hither Green station or placed gently on a memorial table in a family living room, offering solace, tenderness, and a beautifully understated expression of sympathy.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This image shows a thoughtfully arranged funeral flower basket that exudes quiet dignity, much like the tranquil streets around Hither Green and Mountsfield Park. The basket itself is made of pale, natural wood, its softly rounded oval shape formed by neat slats that rest on four tiny supports, giving it a light, almost floating presence. A smooth, arched handle rises from one side to the other, the same creamy shade as the basket, gently framing the floral dome beneath. The flowers are densely massed, forming a rounded mound that feels abundant but not overwhelming. At the heart of the display are creamy white roses, fully open and velvety, their petals unfurling in generous, layered spirals that evoke peace, reverence, and pure affection. Surrounding them, deep red carnations fill the spaces with rich, velvety ruffles, adding intensity and emotional depth, as if echoing the love and memories held by family and friends. To soften the transition between ivory and crimson, the florist has woven in delicate pink and white carnations, some petals laced with fine red edges or speckles, creating a gentle, watercolour-like effect. Small clusters of slender white flowers, reminiscent of freesias, punctuate the arrangement, their bell-shaped blooms and potential light scent hinting at quiet spring mornings. Beneath and around the blossoms lies a bed of lush greenery: broad, glossy leaves provide structure and contrast, while feathery fern-like sprays emerge here and there, giving the design a soft, natural edge. Set against a plain white background, the colours and textures are clearly defined. It is easy to imagine this basket being delivered by Hither Green Florist to a chapel of rest on Verdant Lane or to a family home off Springbank Road, offering a gentle, elegant expression of sympathy and respect.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Presented against a pure white backdrop, this lush, dome-shaped bouquet appears as if it has been gathered from a secret garden tucked behind the houses of Hither Green. The arrangement is densely composed, each bloom thoughtfully placed to create a rounded, harmonious silhouette. At the heart of the design sit plush garden roses in hues of blush pink, buttery yellow, and soft peach, their petals curling and spiralling in intricate layers. Some roses are fully open, exposing sumptuous, ruffled centres, while others remain partly closed, lending a sense of anticipation and freshness, as though they've just arrived from a morning delivery. Threaded delicately through the roses are clematis blooms with slender, star-shaped petals in white, lavender, and pale violet, each flower displaying a clear yellow or white centre that acts like a gentle point of light within the bouquet. Blue eryngium-sea holly-stands in striking contrast, its spiky, metallic-blue heads offering a structured, architectural element that feels both modern and slightly wild, like something you might find along the edges of a local railway embankment. Deep purple lisianthus, in varying stages from tight buds to softly open cups, slip between the larger flowers, adding richness and a subtle flow of movement. Bright red hypericum berries are interspersed throughout, their shiny, pebble-like forms offering cheerful pops of colour and a satisfying textural contrast. Enveloping the entire arrangement is an assortment of green foliage: glossy leaves, airy fronds, and occasional dark, burgundy-tinged sprigs that create depth and make the colours above appear even more vibrant. The lighting is soft and diffused, casting only a faint shadow, and allowing each petal and leaf edge to be clearly defined. The bouquet feels joyful, romantic, and versatile, perfectly suited to celebrations, heartfelt thanks, or a comforting delivery to friends and family across Hither Green.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Seen from directly above, this immaculate round bouquet presents a serene study in white and cream: broad, elegant oriental lilies with their trumpet silhouettes and pale green stamens sit as focal points, while clusters of cream-toned roses-many in tight buds or half-open-create a soft, layered texture that invites touch. Sprigs of delicate Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) float through the arrangement like tiny white confetti, filling gaps with a feathery lightness that balances the lilies' boldness. Around the outer rim, glossy green leaves emerge in modest flashes, giving the composition a fresh, garden-born edge against the otherwise monochrome palette. The overhead lighting is even and neutral, emphasising the purity of the whites and the subtle tonal differences between ivory, cream and bright white without casting distracting shadows. Close your eyes and you'll imagine a gentle perfume: the heady sweetness of roses tempered by the clean, almost citrus hint of lilies. This bouquet is crafted to convey quiet celebration-an understated wedding posy, a comforting sympathy arrangement, or an elegant gift to mark an anniversary-and would sit naturally on a registrar's table at a Hither Green ceremony or as a centrepiece at a small family gathering near Blackheath. Delivery to Hither Green and surrounding Lewisham streets is straightforward, reflecting the steady, considered work of experienced local florists.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A lush, hand-tied bouquet brimming with lilies, roses, and gypsophila is photographed from slightly above, set against a clean white background that focuses attention on the interplay of pinks, whites, and greens. Broad white lilies form the structural core, their open blooms fanning out like stars, each petal smooth and slightly waxy, folding back to uncover delicate green centres and softly yellow-tipped stamens. Some lily buds stand upright and unopened, slender and green, promising more blossoms to come. Nestled closely around them are roses in tones of pale blush and creamy ivory, petals overlapping in tight spirals in some blooms, while in others they relax into generous, cupped shapes with a distinctly velvety texture. The calm palette is punctuated by dramatic fuchsia Oriental lilies, their vivid magenta petals flecked with darker, wine-coloured spots, framing bright yellow anthers that lend a sense of energy and passion to the design. Throughout the bouquet, fine sprays of white baby's breath (gypsophila) create a soft, cloud-like haze, making the arrangement feel airy despite its density of flowers. Gentle hints of green foliage and lily leaves emerge mainly at the edges, adding freshness and subtle contrast. The overall mood of the bouquet is romantic yet joyful, perfectly suited to mark life's milestones around Hither Green, from a birthday gathering near Mountsfield Park to a quiet anniversary dinner in a terraced home off Ennersdale Road. It has the look of something prepared with care by a local florist who understands how to balance elegance, warmth, and heartfelt emotion in every stem.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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The image shows an elegantly rounded, densely built bouquet that feels like an early-morning hush in a small London garden: soft pink roses nestle close together, their layered petals turning inward in gentle spirals, while pure white freesias punctuate the composition with upright sprays and delicate, bell-shaped blossoms. The arrangement's compact form hides stems completely, presenting a seamless dome of florals and foliage that reads both formal and intimate. The roses vary in scale from generous, open blooms with velvety depth to tiny spray roses whose pale blush echoes the larger flowers and adds a whisper of softness. White freesia clusters, some open and presenting faint yellow stamens and others in poised bud form, bring a subtle, citrusy-fresh scent suggestion that lifts the visual quietude. The greens are abundant and varied - glossy deep leaves that anchor the base and lighter, creamy-margined variegated leaves that brighten the edges and create breathing space between blooms. Gentle, natural light highlights petal textures and the arrangement's three-dimensional curvature, casting a soft shadow on the white surface beneath. This composition is the sort of comforting, refined tribute often chosen for memorials, bedside cheer, or understated celebrations - a design local florists prepare for clients across Hither Green, Brockley, and the surrounding Lewisham neighbourhoods, where thoughtful, seasonally sourced flowers are appreciated for their tenderness and longevity.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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