Sustainable funeral flowers – a farewell in harmony with nature

Seasonal flowers for sustainable funeral arrangements

By working with seasonal flowers, funeral arrangements automatically become more sustainable. Flowers that bloom naturally at a certain time of year require less energy to grow and also stay fresh longer during ceremonies.

Examples include:

• Spring flowers such as tulips and ranunculus – fresh and full of hope

• Summer flowers such as dahlias and wildflowers – vibrant and natural

• Autumn flowers such as chrysanthemums and berries – warm and rich in colour

• Winter flowers such as amaryllis and evergreen foliage – strong and serene

Our local florists carefully adapt each sustainable bouquet or funeral arrangement to the season, ensuring every creation follows the natural rhythm of nature.

“Florist’s Choice” – sustainable funeral arrangements

With products from the “Florist’s Choice” range, you give the florist the freedom to create a funeral arrangement using the freshest flowers available in-store at that moment.

This approach ensures:

• Less waste by using flowers already in stock

• Reduced transport for sourcing specific flowers

• Greater creative freedom to work sustainably

The result is a unique, personal and environmentally friendly funeral arrangement, where the florist’s expertise and creativity truly shine.

Sustainable alternatives to floral foam

Traditional funeral arrangements often use floral foam (OASIS). Today, more eco-friendly alternatives are available, such as Terrabrick, allowing florists to create sustainable arrangements without compromising quality.

These materials are:

• Biodegradable or compostable

• Largely made from plant-based materials

• Just as sturdy and effective as traditional foam

This means you are no longer limited to bouquets when choosing a sustainable option. Our florists can create innovative and environmentally conscious funeral arrangements tailored to your wishes.

Flowers with MPS-ABC certification or sustainably grown

An increasing number of growers are committed to sustainability and have their flowers certified. These labels allow our florists to consciously select flowers that are grown with respect for both the environment and working conditions.

In addition, many producers make strong efforts to grow flowers as sustainably as possible, focusing on:

• Water and energy efficiency

• Reducing pesticide use

• Fair working conditions

Thanks to these conscious choices, you can be confident that sustainable funeral flowers from our local florists are a responsible and meaningful option.

Moving towards sustainable certification

More and more florists within the Fleurop-Interflora network are actively working towards sustainable certification. This includes efforts such as:

• Reducing waste

• Using more sustainable packaging

• Sourcing flowers locally and seasonally

• Ensuring transparency in their processes

By choosing sustainable funeral flowers, you are supporting a greener future for the floral industry.

Order and deliver sustainable funeral flowers in Belgium

Would you like to order sustainable funeral flowers? With Fleurop-Interflora, you can easily choose a style, colour or option such as “Florist’s Choice”, and add a personalised ribbon or card.

Your flowers are:

• Carefully and sustainably arranged by a local florist

• Delivered to the correct location (funeral venue, cemetery or home address)

Make a conscious and meaningful choice

By choosing sustainable funeral flowers, you opt for a farewell that is not only emotional, but also balanced with nature. You offer a final tribute that is sincere, thoughtful and respectful - with flowers that speak in their purest form.

Also explore our funeral wreaths, sympathy bouquets and sustainable floral arrangements to create a personal and meaningful farewell. Take your time to choose what best reflects your feelings - because every flower tells a story, rooted in love and creativity.