South Norwood Baskets & Posies

At South Norwood Florist, our elegant flower baskets and heartfelt posies are lovingly handcrafted right here in South Norwood, just a short stroll from Norwood Junction and the green paths of South Norwood Country Park. Every design is created by our experienced local florist team, using fresh seasonal flowers chosen for beauty, fragrance, and long-lasting quality.

Whether you're sending a gentle tribute, a thank-you gift, or a cheerful pick-me-up, our woven baskets and compact posies are ideal for homes, care settings, churches and small spaces around Portland Road, Woodside, and Selhurst. We regularly deliver across:

  • South Norwood & Norwood Junction
  • Selhurst & Thornton Heath
  • Woodside and surrounding neighbourhoods

Need flowers in a hurry? We offer reliable same-day delivery on baskets and posies across the local area when you order online before 3 PM. Our drivers know the back streets and one-way systems, so your flowers arrive in perfect condition and on time.

As a long-established independent South Norwood business, we take pride in providing friendly advice, thoughtful designs, and careful presentation. If you're unsure which bouquets, baskets or posies to choose, our knowledgeable florists are happy to guide you, ensuring your tribute or gift feels personal and appropriate for every occasion.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A bright yet gentle floral basket intended to comfort and uplift, arranged with the kind of care neighbours in South Norwood expect from a local studio. Dominant are several immaculate white Gerbera daisies, their broad discs of petals surrounding rich, dark brown to near-black centres that give the composition a clear, dignified focal point. Around them, clusters of pale pink carnations offer a soft, romantic texture; their layered ruffles seem to breathe gentleness into the display. Filling the spaces between the larger blooms are numerous small, daisy-like flowers in white and light yellow - likely spray chrysanthemums - which add a lush fullness and a soft, cheerful surface. Tiny, starry purple-blue accents thread through the greens, introducing cool highlights and a delicate sense of depth. The foliage foundation is varied: silvery, rounded eucalyptus lends a calming, aromatic note; deep glossy ruscus trails outward from the left, creating a graceful cascade; and other bright green leaves build a verdant base. Everything is gathered in a rustic, pale wooden woven basket with a sturdy curved brown handle, its tactile weave visible beneath the blooms. The lighting is even and fresh, bringing out the crisp textures of petals and the subtle scent of eucalyptus and carnation spice. Finished with practical local care - prepared for thoughtful delivery across South Norwood and easily arranged for Norwood Junction drop-offs - this piece, assembled by South Norwood Florist, reads as a respectful gift, a serene centerpiece, or a quiet expression of sympathy and support.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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A white studio background sets a peaceful stage for this lush funeral flower basket, allowing each colour and texture to stand out clearly. The arrangement rests in a light, woven basket with a curved handle that arches gracefully over the flowers, creating a soft frame. At its heart, a creamy white rose opens in perfect spirals, symbolising purity and love, and drawing the eye into the centre of the composition. Around it, rich purple calla lilies lift their sleek, trumpet-shaped blooms, adding depth and a touch of contemporary refinement. Pale lavender and lilac clematis flowers, with their delicate star-shaped petals and gently glowing yellow centres, are tucked between the larger blooms, giving the design movement and a slightly wild, garden-inspired feel. Bright notes of yellow and crisp white from petite, freesia- or alstroemeria-like blossoms punctuate the softer tones, bringing light and a subtle sense of optimism. A single magenta gerbera daisy emerges near the right edge, its radiating petals offering a vivid accent that suggests cherished memories and affection. All of this colour is nestled in layers of rich green foliage, from broad, glossy leaves to smaller, lighter green stems, which create a deep, cushion-like base. The careful mounding shape feels intentional and reassuring, like a floral embrace. Crafted in the manner of an experienced South Norwood florist familiar with local chapel services and quiet farewells near Norwood Junction, this arrangement suits funeral tributes, graveside visits, or sympathy deliveries to family homes, bringing a sense of natural beauty and respectful comfort during a difficult time.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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Set against a spotless white backdrop, a refined funeral flower basket radiates gentle calm, as if it has just been set down on a table in a quiet South Norwood sitting room after the service. The basket itself is woven from pale wicker, its light beige tones almost creamy, with a sturdy yet elegant handle arcing over the top like a protective arm. Inside, the design feels both structured and soft: large, creamy white roses sit at the heart, their petals luxuriously layered and fully unfurled, evoking love, honour, and a sense of farewell offered with care. Scattered among these focal roses are star-shaped clematis blooms in muted lavender and pale periwinkle, their bright yellow-green centres adding a flicker of light, like candles in remembrance. Smaller, trumpet-shaped white and soft lemon flowers, similar to freesia and delicate lisianthus, weave in between the larger heads, some in tight buds, others gently opened, creating movement and a sense of time passing. Lush, dark green foliage curves around everything, glossy and fresh, framing the pastel tones with a deep, grounding green. The overall effect is one of composed elegance, ideal for conveying sympathy or condolence to a family in South Norwood, perhaps after a ceremony near Norwood Junction or by the tree-lined streets nearby. Every element of the composition speaks of thoughtful craftsmanship from a skilled local florist, designed to bring a message of comfort, peace, and enduring memory to any room where it is placed.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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An elegant funeral basket arrangement is captured in soft, even light, allowing every flower and texture to be clearly seen against a pure white background. The basket itself is made from pale, natural wood, oblong in shape, shallow yet wide, and lifted slightly on four small feet that give it a poised, stable stance. An arched handle, smooth and light in colour, rises above the flowers like a gentle frame. Within this simple structure, the blooms are gathered into a generous, rounded mound, the flowers pressed closely together so they appear to spill over the rim in a quiet cascade. Creamy white roses, fully opened, are scattered throughout, their layered petals curling softly outward as if in a final, tender gesture. Rich red carnations provide deeper notes of colour, their ruffled petals forming plush, almost velvety spheres. Between them, paler pink and softly variegated carnations with red-edged petals add nuance and tenderness. Small white blooms, reminiscent of freesias or similar funeral fillers, punctuate the arrangement with touches of light, suggesting breath and space. The flowers are cradled by a bed of mixed greenery: broad, glossy leaves create structure and depth, while fine feathery fronds lend an airy, almost ethereal quality. The overall impression is one of considered craftsmanship, like something prepared by an experienced South Norwood florist for a service at a local chapel or for delivery to a family home near Portland Road. The colours, form, and textures work together to convey sympathy, enduring love, and a gentle, comforting presence in a time of mourning.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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A generous, dome-shaped bouquet fills the frame, set cleanly against a white background so every colour and texture stands out, much like a showpiece on the workbench of a seasoned South Norwood florist. At its heart, sumptuous garden roses in blush pink, creamy peach, and mellow yellow are packed closely together, their layered petals unfurling in spirals that suggest softness and warmth. Some blooms are fully open and ruffled, while others are just beginning to open, giving the arrangement a sense of movement, as though it's quietly blossoming in place. Woven through the roses are airy clematis flowers, their star-like petals in white and pale lavender stretching gracefully outwards, with bright yellow centers that add a touch of light, like sunshine over the gardens near South Norwood Lake. Adding a striking contrast, blue eryngium, or sea holly, stands proud with its spiky, metallic-blue thistle heads, lending both structure and a slightly wild, contemporary edge. Rich purple lisianthus blooms and buds nestle between the larger flowers, their velvety texture and deep colour evoking a feeling of quiet luxury. Small clusters of vivid red Hypericum berries peek out at intervals, their smooth, rounded forms catching the light and providing cheerful, almost festive highlights, as if ready for a celebration along Portland Road or Station Road. The bouquet is encircled and underpinned by lush foliage in varying textures-broad, polished leaves, delicate fern-like greens, and a few darker, burgundy-toned sprigs that deepen the overall palette. The gentle studio lighting enhances the natural sheen of petals and leaves, conveying freshness and care, and making this bouquet feel ideal for thoughtful deliveries across South Norwood, whether to uplift a friend, mark a milestone, or send a comforting message.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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This overhead view captures a classic, compact wedding-style bouquet composed almost entirely of white and cream blossoms - broad, trumpet-shaped white lilies with pale greenish stamens take centre stage, their dramatic petals curving outward and revealing delicate veins and the whisper of pollen. Nestled between them are cream and ivory roses at varying stages of bloom, from tight, dewy buds to gently unfurling blooms whose velvety layers create a plush, tactile core. Sprays of tiny white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) weave through the larger flowers, their cloud-like clusters adding an intricate, lace-like texture that softens the arrangement's visual weight. Small, glossy green leaves peer out from around the perimeter, offering a fresh counterpoint that sharpens the round silhouette. The neutral, daylight-balanced background lets the whites read true: pure, warm, and reassuring rather than stark. Close your eyes and you can picture the scent - a soft, sweet lily top note with the warm, familiar depth of cream roses - a calming, hopeful perfume ideal for weddings, baptisms, anniversaries, or sympathy flowers. As a local touch, this bouquet is a style often prepared by South Norwood Florist for ceremonies around Crystal Palace Park or intimate receptions near Norwood Junction, designed to travel well for same-day delivery across South Norwood and neighbouring streets. The arrangement's disciplined symmetry and layered textures speak of careful handcraft: attention to petal health, stem positioning, and a tenderness that reads through every open bloom and sheltered bud.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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Cradled within an invisible pair of hands and set against a crisp white backdrop, this lush, rounded bouquet feels like a breath of celebration just gathered from a South Norwood morning. Large, pristine white lilies unfurl their trumpet-shaped petals with quiet confidence, their pale green centres and gently dusted stamens offering a sense of purity and calm. Nestled alongside them, soft blush pink and creamy white roses unfold at different stages, from tightly wrapped buds full of promise to open, velvety blooms that seem to sigh with romance. Cutting through the softness are several vivid fuchsia and deep magenta oriental lilies, reminiscent of Stargazer varieties, their petals boldly speckled and flared, bringing drama and a joyful pulse of colour much like the vibrant life along Portland Road. Wisps of white baby's breath weave delicately through the composition, tiny blossoms creating a misty halo that lightens the dense cluster of larger flowers. Subtle green foliage and sleek lily leaves peep out here and there, grounding the bouquet and adding a natural rhythm. The bright, even lighting makes the petals almost luminous, as though caught in soft midday light streaming into a South Norwood living room. This design feels perfect for moments when emotion runs deep yet remains graceful-an anniversary surprise, a romantic gesture delivered to a home near Norwood Junction, or a congratulatory bouquet for a milestone celebration. It radiates hope, affection, and a sense of carefully crafted beauty.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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Seen against a pristine white backdrop, this lush, cushion-like floral tribute brings together classic pink roses and crisp white freesia in a poem of texture and restraint. Large, fully unfurled pink roses take the eye first - their velvety petals curling outward in concentric layers from blush to deeper coral-pink - while smaller spray roses nestle close, creating depth and a sense of continuity. Bright white freesias appear in tight clusters: some bells are open and delicate, hinting at lemony anthers within, others are elongated buds that promise to unfurl with time. The greens provide an organized, verdant base; broad glossy leaves - reminiscent of salal or ruscus - create density, while variegated leaves with creamy margins (likely pittosporum) introduce highlights and a slightly crisp texture. No stems are visible, reinforcing the formal, rounded silhouette that casts a soft shadow beneath it. Natural light captures the satin sheen of petals and the faint translucence at the edges, suggesting softness to the touch and a subtle, layered fragrance. The overall feeling is one of tender reassurance - suitable as a sympathy tribute, a comforting get-well gift, or an elegant centerpiece for a quiet gathering. As a local floral composition, it would sit comfortably on a mantel near South Norwood Lake or as a respectful offering at a service in Norwood Junction; the design reflects the thoughtful restraint and polished finish of an experienced neighbourhood florist.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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