Beautiful Funeral Flowers on a Budget: 5 Ways to Save

Flowers are beautiful and can add a touch of elegance and beauty to any service. Flowers are also expensive. For those on a small or limited budget, it can be tough to incorporate as many flowers as they may wish due to the expense. Directors of funeral homes in Elk Grove Village, IL. have these tips to help save money when shopping for funeral flowers.

1. Shop Local

Consider shopping at a local grocery store or other local shops. Many times these stores have a variety of arrangements that would work by themselves, or you can get creative and create your own arrangements. As a bonus, if you ask other family members to go along and help you, it can be a wonderful way to bond during this time.

2. Add More Greenery

Another way you can cut down costs is by reducing the number of expensive flowers in the arrangements. Instead, consider adding more fillers and leafy fronds. Then, add in just a few nice flowers. This will still create a breathtaking arrangement but will be half the price. Some fillers to include could be:

• Baby’s breath
• Heather
• Bells of Ireland
• Holly
• Ivy

3. Select Flowers from Your Garden

To save even more, if you or a friend or family member has a garden, you could use some flowers that it has produced. This is a wonderful way to not only save money but add a personal touch. And if you don’t know anyone with a garden, you could contact a community garden and ask permission to use those flowers.

4. Select Seasonal Flowers

One easy way to save money on flowers is to make sure you are selecting ones that are locally in season. While these flowers are in season, they are abundant and easy to find which makes them much less expensive than out-of-season, harder-to-find flowers.

One great place to source seasonal flowers is your local farmer’s market. These vendors will have local in-season flowers and will be able to offer you a good price since they are selling directly to you.

5. Use Sympathy Arrangements

If you (or other family members) have received any sympathy flowers these are a lovely arrangement to use. These are typically smaller arrangements in a vase or other container that was most likely delivered to your home. Their size can make them a perfect addition to things like the memorial table or next to the sign-in book. They could also be used to decorate tables at the funeral reception.

Final Thoughts

While flowers can be expensive, if you use some of these tips, you can still create a lovely setting for your loved one’s service at a fraction of the cost. Just give yourself the freedom to think outside the box and you may be surprised at how much you can save.

If you would like more information on flowers or services from funeral homes in Elk Grove Village, IL., come by or give us a call. Our directors are happy to meet with you one-on-one and discuss your and your family’s needs.