At Columbia Midtown Florist, we provide same day sympathy flower delivery throughout New York City. Whether you're sending a funeral wreath to a service or a comforting sympathy bouquet to a grieving loved one, our team handles each order with care and quiet dignity.We serve Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island.
Our florists prepare each sympathy flower arrangement by hand using blooms like white lilies, roses, and chrysanthemums—flowers often chosen for their peaceful appearance and symbolic meaning. Soft tones such as pale pink, green, and lavender reflect a calm, comforting presence.
Below, you’ll find a range of options. From funeral wreaths and standing sprays to casket flowers and potted plants, each arrangement is made to express your condolences thoughtfully. You can also order sympathy flowers online through our easy and secure website.
When you're honouring a loved one, let our same-day flower delivery ensures your message arrives when it matters most.
Our Sympathy & Funeral Arrangements We Offer
Sympathy Bouquets
These are often sent to someone’s home. We usually use lilies for funerals, soft-colored roses for sympathy, or mixed seasonal flowers. The goal is to keep them gentle and easy to place on a table or counter. Many customers choose to send condolence flowers as a heartfelt gesture of support.
Funeral Arrangements
These are made for the actual service. Families often choose fuller designs with flowers like chrysanthemums, roses, or calla lilies. These funeral floral arrangements are placed near the casket or in the main viewing area to honor the person’s memory. placed near the casket or in the main viewing area.
Casket Sprays
Casket sprays sit directly on the casket. Some are full length, others are smaller depending on the service. We can adjust colors or flowers to reflect the person’s style or preferences.
Standing Wreaths and Sprays
These stand on easels and are usually placed near the casket. Wreaths are round; sprays are longer. Most include a mix of white flowers, greenery, and sometimes light color depending on the request. These are among the most traditional funeral floral tributes.
Sympathy Plants
Some people choose to send a plant instead of cut flowers. Orchids and peace lilies are common. These can be delivered after the service and often stay with the family as a longer-lasting gift. Plants for bereavement offer a quiet, living reminder of support and care.
Who to Send Sympathy Flowers To
For Immediate Family
Flowers are often sent to parents, siblings, or children of the person who passed. Casket sprays, funeral wreaths, and large standing arrangements are common choices for close family members. These thoughtful funeral floral arrangements help express deep love and remembrance.
For Relatives and Close Friends
Sympathy bouquets or medium-sized funeral flower arrangements are usually sent to extended family or longtime friends. These can be delivered to the funeral or directly to the home as a quiet show of support and condolence.
For Coworkers or Professional Contacts
When someone at work experiences a loss, a small sympathy plant or simple bouquet is often appropriate. These are sent to the person’s home not the office with a short personal message included.
For the Funeral or Memorial
Some flowers are sent directly to the funeral home or place of service. These include standing sprays, wreaths, or funeral arrangements designed to stay in place during the ceremony.
Why Choose Columbia Midtown Florist
Trusted by Local Families
Columbia Midtown Florist has been serving New York City for generations. Families across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx, and Staten Island trust us for respectful, timely sympathy flower delivery service, especially during life’s most difficult moments.
Experienced with Funeral Flowers
Our florists have years of experience designing funeral flower arrangements, casket sprays, sympathy bouquets, and standing wreaths. We understand the importance of every detail and handle each order with care and reverence.
Everything Is Made by Hand
All arrangements are prepared in our Midtown shop by skilled florists. We don’t send pre-packed boxes. Each order is made fresh and adjusted to suit the occasion.
Need Help Choosing Sympathy Flowers?
If you're not sure what to send, we’re here to help. Call Columbia Midtown Florist or order sympathy flowers online with confidence. We’ll make sure your arrangement is handled with care and delivered on time anywhere in New York City.
FAQs
What flowers are appropriate for sympathy?
Lilies, roses, and chrysanthemums are often chosen for sympathy arrangements. These flowers carry symbolic meaning and are commonly used in funeral services and condolence bouquets.
Can I send sympathy flowers the same day?
Yes, we offer same day sympathy flower delivery across New York City. Orders must be placed before the daily cut-off time.
What’s the difference between sympathy and funeral flowers?
Sympathy flowers are usually sent to the family’s home, while funeral flowers are delivered to the service or funeral home. Funeral flowers are typically larger and more formal.
Are lilies or roses better for funerals?
Both are appropriate. White lilies are common for their association with peace, while white or pink roses are chosen for love and respect.
Can I send a gift basket with sympathy flowers?
Yes. We offer thoughtful food gift baskets that can be added to your order. These are often sent along with flowers to offer comfort to the family.
