West Norwood BASKETS / POSIES

At Flowers West Norwood, our hand-crafted flower baskets and delicate posies are designed with real local care, right here in West Norwood, just a short stroll from Knights Hill and Norwood Road. As an experienced local florist, we know how important it is to create arrangements that feel personal, thoughtful and beautifully finished.

Whether you're sending a soft pastel basket to brighten a home, a vibrant posy for a birthday, or a tasteful tribute for a service at West Norwood Cemetery & Crematorium, every stem is checked, conditioned and arranged by our skilled team. We regularly deliver across Tulse Hill, Streatham and Gipsy Hill, so your flowers arrive fresh, full and on time.

Our basket and posy collection is ideal when you want something easy to place and enjoy - no vase needed. Choose from classic roses, seasonal mixed flowers, or let our designers create a bespoke piece that reflects your message perfectly. You can securely order online in just a few clicks.

  • Hand-made by expert florists in West Norwood
  • Same-day delivery available until 3 PM
  • Thoughtful options for gifts, farewells and "just because" moments

For trusted, local same-day delivery of baskets and posies, rely on Flowers West Norwood - your neighbourhood florist creating beautiful bouquets and tributes with genuine care.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A carefully composed, handwoven basket of pale, soothing blooms photographed on a pristine white field so every detail is clear to the eye and the imagination. Dominating the arrangement are crisp white Gerbera daisies, their broad, luminous petals circling strong dark brown or black centres that create a calm, visual anchor. Nestled among them are clusters of soft blush-pink carnations, their ruffled edges imparting a plush, romantic texture that invites touch. Smaller, white and pale yellow daisy-like sprays - likely chrysanthemums or asters - fill in with generous volume, softening gaps and contributing bright, airy highlights. Tiny star-like purple or blue accent flowers are tucked through the greenery, giving discreet, cool pops of colour that draw the eye inward. Varied foliage frames the flowers: rounded silvery-green eucalyptus lends a frosted, contemporary note and a hint of aromatic freshness, while deeper glossy ruscus trails gracefully from the left side, creating a relaxed, spilling silhouette. The bouquet sits in a rustic light-brown wicker basket with a smooth, arched wooden handle that crowns the arrangement and enhances its handcrafted charm. Bright, even lighting reveals the clean textures of petals and leaves and the subtle shadowing that gives the piece depth. As a florist working from West Norwood, I imagine this design arriving as a comforting sympathy gift, a tender get-well offering, or a serene centerpiece for a family gathering near Norwood High Street - a composition I would create at Flowers West Norwood for local delivery with the quiet respect each occasion deserves.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
From an inviting overhead view, this Florist Choice Basket unfolds like a carefully composed poem of petals and leaves. The arrangement glows in a dance of soft pinks, creamy whites, and deep fuchsias, punctuated by serene greens. Dominant features are large hot pink peonies with ruffled mouths of petals, white ranunculus in tight spirals, fluffy pale pink hydrangeas, and a chorus of blush and cream roses. White anemones with dark centers add a striking focal point, while filler blooms and eucalyptus sprigs thread through for texture and air. Each component appears thoughtfully placed, a celebration of seasonal grace created by a West Norwood florist who knows the neighborhood's joys and occasions.

The blooms rest in a sturdy light-colored woven basket, its handle visible, lending rustic elegance to a modern gift presentation. Centered over the arrangement is the white square overlay, with Florist Choice Basket in an elegant script and the price ?60 in a bold sans-serif style. This image communicates more than beauty; it signals fresh, seasonal quality and the care of a local craftsman. It would suit a birthday, an anniversary, or a sympathy gesture delivered with thoughtfulness in mind, with same-day delivery across West Norwood and surrounding districts to brighten someone's day.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
A softly lit funeral flower arrangement sits in a pale woven basket, framed by a clean white background that allows each bloom to speak with quiet clarity. The basket's off-white handle arches gently over the flowers, creating a protective, almost embracing shape. At the centre, a creamy white rose unfolds in layered spirals, offering a sense of innocence and peace. On either side, two deep purple calla lilies rise gracefully, their trumpet-shaped spathes slightly curled at the edges, lending the design a dignified, sculptural elegance. Threaded throughout are delicate clematis-like blossoms in soft lavender and light lilac, each with a tiny yellow heart that brightens the cooler purples. Clusters of small yellow and white flowers, reminiscent of freesia or alstroemeria, tuck into the spaces between the larger blooms, bringing gentle light and texture rather than bold contrast. Toward the right side, a single magenta gerbera daisy emerges, its vivid circle of petals forming a poignant focus that hints at enduring love and remembrance. The entire composition is wrapped in an abundance of verdant foliage, from glossy, rounded leaves that reflect the studio glow to finer, more delicate green sprigs that soften the outline and add natural movement. A subtle shadow beneath the basket grounds it, as though it has been carefully set down in a quiet room in West Norwood after a service, perhaps not far from the familiar paths leading to the cemetery. Created with the eye of an experienced local florist, this arrangement conveys sympathy, support, and respectful farewell, suitable for funerals, memorials, and condolence deliveries to grieving families throughout the West Norwood community.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
Against a bright, uncluttered white background, a tasteful funeral flower basket captures the eye with its calm, harmonious design. The basket itself is woven from pale wicker, in tones of light beige and off-white, and features a gentle handle that arches across the centre like a subtle halo over the blooms. Inside, the arrangement is carefully built into a rounded, embracing shape, suggesting comfort and protection. Dominating the display are several large, creamy white roses, their petals fully unfurled in soft spirals, evoking purity, love, and the dignity of a life well-lived. Intertwined with the roses are delicate clusters of pale yellow, freesia-like blossoms, some still in bud, others just opening, lending a light, almost golden haze that feels quietly hopeful. The eye is drawn to the distinctive, star-shaped clematis flowers scattered throughout the design; their pale lavender and periwinkle-blue petals and bright yellow-green centres offer a refined contrast that brings gentle interest without disturbing the serene mood. Rich, dark green foliage-broad, glossy leaves and finer sprigs-fills the spaces between the flowers, spilling slightly over the basket's rim and grounding the pastel tones with natural depth. The overall palette is soft and contemplative, echoing the tranquillity of a slow walk down Norwood Road or a quiet corner of the local cemetery. This floral basket feels especially suited to a funeral, wake, or remembrance service in West Norwood, placed near the front of a chapel or beside a cherished photograph. Its understated elegance and careful craftsmanship convey sympathy, respect, and support, offering a living tribute that gently comforts grieving hearts while honouring cherished memories.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
This image presents a tender funeral basket, its composition calm and balanced, much like a quiet corner in West Norwood Cemetery. The container is a pale, wooden basket with an elongated oval form, raised gently on small feet so it appears lightly anchored rather than heavy. A slim, arched handle in matching light wood rises above, enclosing a mound of flowers that seems to overflow in a soft dome. Dominating the arrangement are creamy white roses, fully opened with layered petals that curl softly outwards, expressing purity, grace, and a serene goodbye. Interlaced with them, deep red carnations bring a rich, velvety texture; their intricately ruffled petals create shadows and depth, offering a sense of enduring love and heartfelt tribute. Softer pink and bi-coloured carnations, tinged or edged with red, are scattered throughout, tempering the stronger colours and suggesting the many shades of memory-joyful, bittersweet, and reflective. Smaller white blooms, similar to freesias with their bell-shaped flowers, pierce the main cluster here and there, adding a touch of airiness and suggesting a light, gentle fragrance that might be noticed in a still funeral parlour. All the blooms are supported by a dense bed of lush green foliage. Broad, glossy leaves like salal or ruscus form a sturdy cradle, while delicate, fern-like fronds emerge above and around, giving the display a soft, almost cloud-like outline. Set against a bright white background, the red, white, and green tones speak clearly and simply, making this a fitting floral expression of sympathy for funerals, memorial services, or condolence deliveries to homes and churches throughout West Norwood, Tulse Hill, and the surrounding residential streets.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
This carefully arranged round bouquet appears almost like a miniature garden gathered into a single, abundant dome, photographed against a clear white background that throws every colour and contour into focus. The main impression is one of softness and abundance, led by garden roses in shades of blush pink, buttery yellow, and creamy peach. Some of these roses are wide open, revealing intricate, spiral centres, while others stay in rosier bud form, promising more blossoms to come. Woven through them, clematis flowers stretch long, narrow petals in pale lavender and white, their yellow hearts standing out brightly and adding a sense of airy movement. Between the delicate blooms, spiky blue eryngium, often called sea holly, rise with their steel-blue, thistle-like heads, catching the light on their textured surfaces and providing a striking contrast to the roundness of the roses. Deeper notes of colour come from purple lisianthus, tucked between the larger flowers, some still in tight buds and others gently opening to reveal ruffled interiors. Here and there, shiny red hypericum berries sit in small clusters, like tiny beads woven through the display. The bouquet is encircled by rich greenery: smooth, dark green leaves, finer needle-like sprigs, and hints of deeper, burgundy foliage that give depth and complexity. Lighting is soft and even, with a delicate shadow beneath, suggesting a fresh arrangement set on a tabletop. Emotionally, the bouquet feels both uplifting and calming-perfect for a birthday surprise delivered to a flat near West Norwood station, a thank-you gesture along Knights Hill, or a thoughtful arrangement to brighten a quiet corner of a local café.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
Seen from directly above on a pure white backdrop, this immaculate round bouquet pairs classic white oriental lilies with cream roses and airy Baby's Breath to create a composition of serene elegance. The lilies are the focal points: large, trumpet-like flowers whose wide white petals fold back to reveal soft green stamens and occasional subtle purple-green markings at their centres, lending sculptural contrast to the otherwise monochrome scheme. Interspersed among them, the creamy roses sit mostly as buds or half-open blooms, their tightly layered petals forming plush rosettes that cushion the larger lilies. Tiny clusters of gypsophila drift between the major flowers like fine lace, adding texture and a sense of lightness that prevents the arrangement from feeling dense despite its compact, symmetrical shape. A few vibrant, glossy leaves peek out at the perimeter, providing fresh colour punctuation and helping the eye travel around the circular form. The lighting in the photograph is gentle and cool, accentuating petal veins and the sumptuous matt of rose petals while keeping the mood calm and refined. The bouquet carries a soft fragrance profile - the lilies' honeyed sweetness softened by the delicate, resinous scent of cream roses - which makes it suitable for weddings, christenings, sympathy, or as a considered token of affection. As a local florist working in West Norwood, Flowers West Norwood crafts similar arrangements for neighbourhood ceremonies and deliveries around Norwood Road and Knights Hill, favouring balanced hand-tying and close attention to bloom stages so each bouquet reads as both elegant and enduring.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
This photograph presents a sumptuous, hand-tied bouquet set against a spotless white background, giving the flowers the full stage. The design is round and full, dominated by elegant white lilies whose long petals flare outward in graceful arcs, some already open and others still in green-tinged buds that promise more blossoms over the coming days. Tucked intimately between them are clusters of roses in soft blush pink and creamy ivory, each one layered with velvety petals that curl inwards, some blooms generous and open, others still tightly furled like whispered secrets. Providing a bold contrast, several fuchsia and magenta Oriental lilies-reminiscent of Stargazers-burst from the centre and edges of the bouquet, their vibrant petals dusted with darker speckles and surrounding bright yellow stamens that catch the light. Threaded delicately throughout the arrangement, cloud-like sprays of baby's breath add a fine, airy texture, softening the spaces between the larger flowers and enhancing the bouquet's romantic feel. Slender green leaves and stems peep through in places, adding just enough foliage to frame the blossoms without overwhelming them. The bright, even lighting lends the image a fresh, just-arranged quality, as if the bouquet had been crafted minutes ago in a West Norwood flower shop close to Norwood Road, ready to be delivered to a celebration in nearby Tulse Hill or Gipsy Hill. Emotionally, the bouquet speaks of heartfelt joy and gentle sophistication, perfect for weddings, milestone birthdays, or an intimate anniversary dinner at home. It captures a moment of beauty that feels deeply personal, yet polished enough for any special occasion.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
As if gathered in the soft hush of an early morning at a West Norwood market stall, this compact domed arrangement pairs blushing pink roses with pristine white freesia to create a tender, composed statement. The florist's hand has packed the flowers closely to form a rounded cushion, eliminating any visible stems and focusing attention on petal shapes and subtle colour shifts. The roses vary from grand, fully unfurled blooms with layered, velvety petals to petite spray roses that introduce delicate ripples of lighter pink throughout the mass. Between them, clusters of white freesias rise with a quiet uprightness-some bells wide open to reveal pale yellow stamens, others still in slim, conical bud form, suggesting longevity and unfolding fragrance. Deep green foliage, glossy and substantial, anchors the arrangement while cream-edged variegated leaves pick up and brighten the palette, adding a lively counterpoint to the soft pastels. The lighting is natural and gentle, catching highlights on petals and creating a faint, flattering shadow that enhances the three-dimensional dome. The overall mood is serene and respectful, appropriate for a memorial, a thoughtful sympathy piece, or a delicate celebration such as a new baby or quiet birthday in a close family setting. A tactile memory lingers in the description-the plushness of rose petals, the crispness of freesia, and the clean coolness of green leaves-conveying the care and craftsmanship of a local florist familiar with the pace and needs of West Norwood life.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00