What are Casket Sprays & Casket Flowers?

What are Casket Sprays & Casket Flowers?

What is a casket spray?

A casket spray is a common funeral arrangement that goes on top of the casket as a way to adorn the coffin or casket. Casket sprays can combine as many flowers and motifs as the family wishes. Common funeral flower arrangements include roses, orchids, hydrangeas, trailing greens, and so on.

What are two types of casket sprays?

There are two types of floral casket sprays, the full-couch spray and the half-couch spray. The type of funeral service will determine which is the best spray to choose. If planning a closed casket ceremony, full-couch funeral casket sprays will cover the majority of the casket and are the best choice.

How much does a casket spray cost?

A casket spray (designed to be laid over the casket whether it's open or closed) is usually ordered by the immediate family of the deceased and starts around $60-$125 for a small, simple spray but more often costs $150-$250 for larger arrangements of standard flowers, and can be $300-$450 or more for large funerals or oversized caskets.

What is a spray of flowers?

In floral decoration: Forms of floral decoration. Sprays are large, flat bouquets of long-stem plant material. They are either carried or placed on caskets or at tombs as commemorative offerings. If the plant material used is short-stemmed, wire is used to add length.

Who buys the casket spray?

You can see that casket sprays and any inside casket floral decorations should only be purchased by the immediate family members of the deceased (such as the spouse, parents, or children). Close friends can choose from standing sprays, centerpiece arrangements, sympathy flowers, mixed planters or flowering plants.

How big should a casket spray be?

Casket sprays are typically very large. In most cases covering half of the casket. In the case of a closed casket, a spray can typically cover 3/4 or more, if desired. The flowers of the casket-spray are chosen to represent the loved-one in color and style.

Is a casket spray necessary?

You should order the casket spray in advance of the funeral. This gives the florist plenty of time to create and provide you a majestic flower arrangement that will honor the departed and bring grace to the funeral or memorial service.

What are the flowers on a casket called?

Casket Spray: The blanket of flowers that covers the top of the casket, these arrangements are primarily sent by the spouse or immediate family. Also called Casket Covers, they are meant to sit on the lid of the casket, either in half-length sizes for open casket services or full-length for closed casket services.

Why do we put flowers on caskets?

People leave flowers on the casket as a symbol of life. Though the individual might no longer be around, the memory and legacy live on. Flowers are a symbol of something thriving and alive. They grow and continue to bloom even in the harshest of weather. Why do we put flowers on caskets?

What flower represents death?

Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemum: In America, this gorgeous flower has many meanings, but it is often used as an expression of support or an encouragement to “get well soon.” In many countries in Europe, the chrysanthemum is placed on graves and viewed as a symbol of death.

What flower means goodbye?

chrysanthemums

Chrysanthemum. White and yellow chrysanthemums are widely used to say goodbye, particularly in Asia.

How do you put flowers on a grave?

You can place flowers on the ground by the headstone or in front of it. You can also place a fresh bouquet on top of the headstone. You can lay a wreath or cross on the ground near or against the headstone. Most cemeteries allow plastic vases that are secured with a self-stake into the ground by the headstone.

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