Flowers to pay tribute

When a loved one has passed away or you're expressing sympathy to a friend for a loss, sometimes the beauty of a pure white lily or a wreath of roses is more eloquent than any words. Choosing a tribute from the range of fresh cut flowers at our garden centre is a very personal way of expressing how you feel.

Favourite flowers: if you know there were flowers which were much loved by the person who died, these can be a touching way of saying goodbye with a personal note.

Celebrate a life: don't be afraid to choose colourful, vibrant flowers: you're not only grieving for a death, you're also celebrating a life well lived. Pink roses or camellias are joyful and optimistic, while yellow celebrates life, laughter and friendship.

Use symbolism: flowers have meanings beyond their beauty. Include hydrangeas for heartfelt sympathy, roses for love, or statice for remembrance.

Permanent memorials: plants are a long-lasting tribute to a loved one. Peace lilies for the house, roses or even trees to plant in the garden make thoughtful memorials. All can be found in our garden centre.