At Best Blooms, we know that choosing the right flowers during times of loss is deeply important. Families often wish to order funeral flowers for the service itself, while others prefer to send sympathy flowers or condolence flowers to grieving loved ones at home. Both carry powerful meaning, showing love, remembrance, and support when words are hard to find.
Our experienced Auckland florists create elegant funeral flowers, thoughtful sympathy bouquets, and meaningful condolence flowers for a passing that are sensitive to the occasion. We help you choose flower arrangements that reflect both your respect for the deceased and your compassion for their family.
Sending or ordering flowers at this time is more than a gesture — it is a way of honouring a life, providing comfort, and letting others know they are not alone in their grief.
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Best Blooms offers a wide range of funeral flowers that Auckland families choose, for funeral services, as well as respectful sympathy flowers to comfort grieving families and elegant condolence flowers as a gesture of support.
Whether you’re arranging a posy of flowers for a funeral, choosing sympathy bouquets for a loved one’s home, or selecting bereavement flowers for a colleague or friend, we’ll help you choose the right tribute.
When you want to send sympathy flowers to someone’s home, our most recommended option is the Bereavement Vox Bouquet. These thoughtful condolence bouquets arrive already arranged in a water-filled box (a portable vase), making them low-maintenance and easy for grieving families to manage — no extra vases required.
During a time of stress, this simple yet practical design ensures your bereavement flowers arrive fresh, ready to display, and provide beauty and comfort when it’s needed most. It’s one of the best flowers for bereavement, offering a heartfelt way to show love and support without placing extra burden on the family.
We also provide more formal funeral flowers and tributes, including beautifully arranged funeral wreaths and casket sprays. These designs are typically chosen for the funeral service venue and are often arranged by extended family members, groups of friends, or workplaces who wish to show their respect in a lasting and visible way.
A traditional circular arrangement, wreaths are a timeless choice of funeral flowers, symbolising eternity, love, and remembrance. They are a meaningful way to honour a life and are often placed at the service or graveside as a visible tribute.
Floral tributes that rest on top of the casket, these are usually organised by the immediate family. A casket spray is one of the most significant funeral flower arrangements, and it can be customised to reflect your loved one’s favourite flowers, colours, or personal style.
We work closely with funeral directors across Auckland to ensure every tribute — whether a funeral wreath or a casket spray — is delivered on time, handled with care, and presented exactly as you envisioned.
As a trusted Auckland florist, we’ve supported thousands of families and friends in ordering funeral flowers for services and sending sympathy flowers and condolence flowers to grieving loved ones. Every order is treated with care and compassion because we know these tributes carry deep meaning.
What makes us different:
● Delivery across Auckland – including North Shore, East, Central, South, and West Auckland suburbs.
● Free delivery available in selected areas. View more information about our delivery services.
● Highly rated reviews and long-standing trust from our community. Customers Love that we send them a photo of their flowers sent.
● Compassionate, friendly service from a florist team in Auckland that understands the sensitivity of the moment.
● Expert florists who take pride in creating every arrangement by hand.
● Great value options, from bespoke tributes to thoughtful, cheap sympathy flowers that make it possible to send love on any budget.
Whether you’re sending a simple condolence bouquet, choosing flowers for a bereaved family, or coordinating a more formal funeral tribute, you can rely on Best Blooms to deliver fresh, meaningful flowers with professionalism and care.
When it comes to funeral flowers, timing is everything. Families trust us because we offer reliable, professional delivery across Auckland suburbs.
Our florists coordinate closely with funeral homes, churches, marae, and memorial venues to make sure your funeral flowers are delivered exactly when they’re needed. If you are arranging tributes for a service, or want to send sympathy flowers or condolence flowers to a family’s home, you can count on us to handle your order with care and punctuality.
To ensure a smooth and respectful delivery, please provide us with:
● The full name of the deceased.
● The date and time of the funeral service.
● The name and location of the funeral home or venue.
● Contact details of the funeral director (if known).
We’ll take care of all other logistics — liaising directly with the venue and funeral director — so you don’t have to worry. Our Flower Delivery team in Auckland will guide you through the process if you’re unsure of any details, ensuring your funeral flowers, sympathy flowers, or condolence flowers arrive on time and exactly as planned.
We’ve created curated collections to make choosing easier — whether you’re after something heartfelt, affordable, or formal:
● Funeral wreaths – Suitable for formal tributes or group gifts.
● Casket sprays – Customised options for the funeral service.
● Cheap and affordable flowers – Thoughtful flowers at accessible prices.
● Best Pics from our Florists - Discover our top 20 bouquets and gifts.
● Peaceful White Flower Arrangements - A timeless choice for a thoughtful bereavement gesture.
Still not sure? Give our Florists a call on 09 838 9058 and we’ll be happy to guide you personally.
Q: What colour flowers should I send as a condolence gift?
The most popular choice when sending condolence flowers is a bouquet of white blooms, such as our Peace Bouquet. White symbolises peace and remembrance, but in truth, there is no single correct option. A condolence bouquet could be in soft, subtle shades, or bright, cheerful flowers that celebrate the life of the deceased.
The best advice is to choose sympathy flowers in colours you feel the family will appreciate, or flowers that remind you of your loved one. Sending sympathy bouquet flowers allows you to feel a personal connection with the family, showing your love and support during their time of grief.
Q: What is a posy of flowers for a funeral?
A posy of flowers for a funeral is a hand-tied, circular bouquet that is typically small and elegant. Posies are often placed at the service or personally delivered to the venue. They are a simple, respectful choice of funeral flowers, perfect for those who want to offer a heartfelt but modest tribute.
Q: What should I write in a sympathy card?
Writing a message for a sympathy card and flowers can be one of the hardest tasks when sending bereavement flowers. Our advice is always to write from the heart. Share a memory, a kind thought, or simple words of comfort.
TOP TIP – Don’t forget to sign your card. Unsigned sympathy flowers can cause confusion for families who won’t know who sent them.
We’ve created a helpful guide with sympathy card messages, quotes, and sayings to make it easier for you to express your condolences when you send sympathy flowers.
Q: Are potted plants appropriate for sympathy gifts?
Yes, potted plants are a very thoughtful and lasting alternative to cut sympathy flowers. Our Auckland florist offers a wide range of sympathy plant gifts, including flowering plants and leafy green houseplants. Sending a living plant with your condolence flowers is a beautiful way to show care, as these can be kept in memory of the loved one.
Orchid plants or Peace Lilies, in particular, can bloom again on the anniversary of the person’s passing, making them one of the best flowers for bereavement and a poignant long-term reminder.
We also offer free delivery of your sympathy flowers across selected Auckland suburbs, making it simple and affordable to send your condolences with care.
Q: Can I send flowers directly to the funeral service?
Absolutely. You can order wreaths, sprays, or a posy of flowers for a funeral and have them delivered directly to funeral homes, churches, marae, or memorial venues.
Our florists regularly coordinate with venues to ensure funeral flowers arrive on time and are placed exactly where they’re needed.
Q: What is the etiquette for sending flowers to a funeral service in New Zealand?
In New Zealand, it is customary to send sympathy flowers to a bereaved family home. Popular service choices include bouquets in Vox Boxes or sheaf of flowers, as these can be taken home afterwards or donated to a hospice, rest home, or hospital ward in memory of the loved one. If you’re choosing flowers for a bereaved family, either option is thoughtful and appreciated.
If budget is a consideration, selecting cheaper, more affordable sympathy flowers still carry just as much meaning when sent with love. Whether you’re based locally and searching for sympathy flowers in Auckland near you, or overseas and wish to deliver flowers to a bereaved family in Auckland, our team will ensure your flowers are delivered with care.
At Best Blooms, every bouquet and arrangement — whether you’re choosing funeral flowers, sympathy flowers, or condolence flowers — is designed with compassion and respect. If you have any questions or would like help placing an order, please reach out. We’re here to support you with sensitivity, professionalism, and care.
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