South Croydon Baskets & Posies

At South Croydon Florist, our hand-crafted flower baskets and delicate posies are thoughtfully designed right here in South Croydon. Whether you're saying thank you, wishing someone well, or sending a gentle tribute, we create heartfelt bouquets that feel personal and local.

Working just moments from South Croydon Station, Brighton Road and the green spaces around Lloyd Park, our experienced team of florists carefully select fresh, seasonal flowers every morning. Each basket and posy is arranged by hand, with an eye for colour, texture and meaning, so your gift arrives looking full, fragrant and long-lasting.

We provide reliable same-day delivery across South Croydon and nearby areas such as Purley, Sanderstead and Croydon town centre when you order online before 3 PM. As a trusted local florist, we know the best routes and delivery times to homes, workplaces, churches and care homes throughout the area.

  • Hand-arranged baskets and posies for every occasion
  • Local, knowledgeable florists who understand South Croydon
  • Convenient online ordering with same-day delivery until 3 PM

If you're not sure which style to choose, our friendly team is always happy to guide you on suitable flowers, colours and sizes. Trust South Croydon Florist to create beautiful baskets and posies that reflect your thoughts perfectly and arrive on time, every time.

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BASKETS / POSIES
An expertly arranged woven basket of pastel blooms and fresh greenery, presented with the careful eye of a local florist who knows South Croydon's seasons. Dominant are several immaculate white Gerbera daisies, their broad petals circling dramatic dark brown-black centres that catch the light and create a clear, joyful focal point. Interleaved among them are abundant pale pink carnations whose ruffled layers provide soft volume and a delicate, slightly spicy scent. Filler chrysanthemums or small pale yellow daisies add a cheerful, sunlit texture, while delicate sprays of tiny purple-blue asters bring subtle cool notes and visual depth. The greens are deliberately varied: rounded silvery eucalyptus leaves lend a modern, aromatic hush, while glossy ruscus sweeps outward from the left side to form an elegant cascade. Other bright green foliage builds a full, verdant foundation so the flowers seem to spill naturally over the basket's rim. The basket itself is light-woven wicker with a sturdy curved wooden handle, its handcrafted feel suited to gifts collected from Croydon High Street markets or delivered to a home near South Croydon station. The even, bright lighting highlights every petal and leaf, emphasizing the fresh textures and the florist's attention to balance and proportion. Crafted for comfort, celebration, or a thoughtful 'thank you,' this composition-prepared by South Croydon Florist-reads as a calm, versatile gift that speaks of purity, grace, and the warmth of local care.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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In this carefully composed photograph, a lush sympathy basket is displayed on a white surface against a clean white background, creating a peaceful, almost weightless setting for the flowers. The basket itself is woven in a soft, off-white or cream hue, with a smooth, curved handle arching over the centre like a protective frame. From this base, the arrangement rises in a full, rounded mound of colour and texture. At its heart sits a single creamy white rose, its tightly swirled petals unfurling with a sense of calm, making it a natural focal point for quiet reflection. Flanking this rose are two deep purple calla lilies, their elegant, trumpet-shaped spathes curling with sculptural grace and adding a rich, contemplative tone often chosen for heartfelt farewells in South Croydon. Scattered throughout are soft lavender and pale lilac clematis-type flowers, each delicate and star-shaped, bringing gentle movement and lightness. Tucked between the larger blooms, tiny bell-like yellow and white blossoms, reminiscent of freesia or petite alstroemeria, introduce cheerful glimmers that speak of hope and cherished memories. To the right, a single vivid magenta gerbera-style flower leans outward, its radiating petals providing a striking accent that balances the cooler purples and soft whites. All of this is nestled into a lush foundation of greenery, with broad, glossy leaves and fine, lighter sprigs creating depth, structure, and a fresh-from-the-garden feel. The result is a dignified and comforting funeral arrangement, ideal for sending condolences or honouring a loved one in South Croydon, whether at a local chapel, crematorium, or as a tender gesture delivered to a grieving family's home.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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The image captures a serene and sophisticated sympathy flower basket set against a pure white studio background, highlighting the craftsmanship of a South Croydon florist familiar with gentle, respectful tributes. The basket is woven from light, natural wicker, its subtle beige or cream tone echoing the soft palette of the flowers, and features a sturdy handle that sweeps gracefully over the arrangement. Within this frame, a generous cluster of creamy white roses forms the main focus. Each rose is in full bloom, with layers of velvety petals opening outwards to create round, luminous cups that suggest warmth and remembrance. Intermingled with these are slender, star-shaped clematis flowers in a veil of pale lavender and periwinkle blue, their pointed petals radiating around vibrant yellow-green centres that draw the eye gently from bloom to bloom. Around them, smaller, freesia-like blossoms in white and pale lemon offer delicate texture and a whisper of fragrance, with buds at different stages hinting at ongoing life amid grief. The flowers rest in a cradle of lush greenery: broad, deep green leaves give the design shape and structure, while trailing and lighter-toned foliage threads between the blossoms, adding softness and natural movement reminiscent of a calm breeze passing through gardens near South Croydon's residential terraces. The colour harmony-creams, whites, soft yellows, and cool lilacs-creates a calm, reflective atmosphere, ideal for a funeral, memorial service, or condolence delivery to a family home. The overall impression is of a basket that offers quiet support and consolation, bringing a touch of gentle beauty to a solemn occasion.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This image shows a thoughtfully arranged funeral flower basket, composed in a way that feels both tender and quietly formal, ideal for a South Croydon farewell gathering. The base is a shallow, light-coloured wooden basket with a gently elongated oval shape, resting on four discreet little feet. A smooth, arched handle sweeps up from side to side, its pale finish echoing the soft, natural tones of the slatted basket beneath. From this base rises a full, rounded mound of flowers that gently overflows the rim, giving the sense of an offering that is generous yet composed. Creamy white roses are the most prominent blooms, fully open and velvety, their layered petals holding a sense of calm and purity. Closely woven around them are deep red carnations, their ruffled, densely packed petals bringing emotional depth and a rich, dignified colour reminiscent of traditional funeral tributes seen along Croham Road and around South End. Soft pink and white-edged carnations blend gently into the mix, breaking up the stronger tones with delicate, blushing hues that speak of affection and cherished memories. Slender sprays of small, white, bell-shaped flowers-similar to freesias-peek through the larger heads, adding a sense of lightness and a suggestion of fragrance. The blooms are supported by a base of dark, glossy green leaves, with feathery, fern-like foliage lifting out at the edges and top, creating an airy halo that keeps the design from feeling heavy. Set against a crisp white background, every detail is clearly visible, resulting in a respectful, comforting tribute suitable for funerals, memorials, or condolence deliveries across South Croydon.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Against a pure white backdrop, this domed bouquet appears almost like a living sculpture, showcasing the kind of careful balance and colour harmony you might expect from a seasoned South Croydon florist. The arrangement is densely filled, yet nothing feels crowded; instead, the flowers seem to lean gently into one another, creating a full, rounded silhouette. Soft pink, buttery yellow, and peach garden roses form the main body, their petals layered in delicately spiralling whorls. Some blooms are wide open, inviting the eye into their richly textured centers, while others are just beginning to part, capturing that fleeting moment between bud and blossom. Threaded gracefully among the roses are clematis flowers with star-shaped petals in pale lavender and white. Their bright yellow or creamy centers stand out like tiny bursts of sunlight, giving the bouquet a light, airy lift. A few striking stems of blue eryngium, commonly known as sea holly, rise from between the softer shapes. Their spiky, thistle-like heads in cool metallic blue-grey add structure and a slightly wild edge, echoing the natural textures you might see along woodland paths near Croham Hurst. Deeper purple lisianthus blooms are tucked in thoughtfully, some still in tightly furled buds, others softening into gentle cups of colour. Bright red hypericum berries are scattered throughout, forming small, shiny clusters that punctuate the arrangement with cheerful energy. Beneath and between the flowers, a rich base of greenery provides support and contrast: broad, glossy leaves give a confident framework, finer feathery foliage adds softness and movement, and darker, burgundy-tinged leaves introduce depth and a hint of mystery. The overall mood is uplifting and refined, perfect for marking an anniversary dinner on Selsdon Road, offering warm congratulations, or sending a touch of floral comfort to a South Croydon home when words alone are not enough.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Viewed from directly above, this round bouquet presents a serene study in whites and creams, each bloom placed with the quiet confidence of an experienced florist. Large white oriental lilies form a radiating focal point, their trumpet-shaped petals folding outward to reveal pale greenish stamens and a faint inner shading that gives depth to their wide faces. Intermingled are cream and ivory roses in various stages of bloom - from compact buds to partially opened flowers whose velvety petals build soft, layered textures that invite touch. Delicate threads of Gypsophila (baby's breath) weave through the arrangement like drifting snow, filling voids with tiny white stars and lending an ethereal, breathable quality. Bits of glossy green foliage edge the bouquet, offering a fresh, lively counterpoint to the dominant monochrome. The lighting is soft and even, emphasising the subtle tonal shifts between pure white and warm cream while preserving the tactile impression of petals and pollen. The scent is quietly floral: the lilies' sweet perfume balanced by the roses' mellow, honeyed notes. Crafted with balanced density and symmetry, this bouquet is a versatile choice for weddings, christenings, or comforting sympathy flowers, and its understated elegance is well suited to deliveries across South Croydon - from the station area to the quieter streets near Addington Road. Prepared with local knowledge and care, this design is the sort of composition South Croydon Florist supplies when clients request something both classic and gently modern.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A sumptuous, dome-shaped bouquet of lilies and roses appears suspended against a stark white background, like a bridal posy ready to leave a South Croydon florist's hands. The flowers are arranged so tightly that the entire surface is a tapestry of petals, texture, and gentle colour shifts. At the centre and reaching outward, large white lilies unfold their long, sculptural petals, revealing soft green throats and refined stamens that speak of just-opened freshness under the clear, even studio lighting. Around and between them, clusters of pastel pink roses and creamy ivory roses nestle snugly, each bloom at its own moment of perfection: some are compact, smooth buds promising more to come, while others are open enough that their velvety petals form swirling rosettes. Bold notes of fuchsia and magenta Oriental lilies break through the softer shades, their vivid petals speckled with deeper tones and framing bright yellow anthers that immediately catch the eye. The bouquet is gently softened by fine sprays of white baby's breath, its tiny florets forming an airy veil that links the larger flowers and adds a romantic, cloud-like lightness. Slender green leaves and stems peek out subtly at the edges, grounding the design with a natural, garden-inspired touch. The overall mood is celebratory and tender, perfect for a wedding on Brighton Road, a milestone birthday near South Croydon station, or a loving surprise delivered to a family home in the local area, capturing both opulence and heartfelt emotion in one generous bundle of blooms.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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The arrangement reads like a small English garden shaped into a gentle dome: soft pink roses sit prominently, their layered petals curling outward in a manner both familiar and intimate, while compact spray roses add subtle variation in tone and scale. Interspersed among the roses, pure white freesias stand like delicate notes of light - some fully opened with tiny yellow stamens visible, others held tight as buds that promise continued bloom. Deep green, glossy leaves build a rich foundation and push the pale florals forward, while cream-edged variegated foliage picks up the light and adds a trailing luminescence to the composition. Everything is densely arranged so the effect is tactile and plush; you can imagine the petals feeling velvety under fingertips and the freesia offering a faint, citrus-tinged perfume. The clean white backdrop and soft, natural illumination emphasize the serenity of the colour story: blush pinks and clean whites balanced by verdant greens. This bouquet's mood is one of gentle celebration and solace - suitable for a newborn welcome, a tender anniversary, or a quiet funeral tribute. As a local florist might suggest for deliveries around South Croydon, from the High Street to nearby Lloyd Park, its compact size and polished dome shape make it easy to place on a mantel, a hospital table, or a small memorial plinth, offering both visual comfort and understated elegance to any intimate setting.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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