Purley Baskets & Posies from Your Local Purley Florist

At Purley Florist, our hand-crafted flower baskets and delicate posies are lovingly designed right here in Purley, just a short stroll from Purley Station and close to Brighton Road and Russell Hill Road. Every piece is created by experienced local florists who understand which flowers look their best throughout the seasons.

Whether you need a soft, pastel bouquet for a thoughtful thank-you, a rustic wicker basket for a new baby, or a traditional posy for a farewell tribute, we design everything in-house to suit your message and budget. Our team regularly delivers across Coulsdon, Kenley, and Sanderstead, so your blooms arrive fresh and beautifully presented.

We offer reliable same-day delivery in Purley and nearby areas when you order online before 3 PM. Each order is checked by a senior florist to ensure quality, balance of colour, and long-lasting freshness.

  • Thoughtfully designed baskets & posies for all occasions
  • Hand-delivered across Purley, Coulsdon, Kenley & Sanderstead
  • Convenient online ordering with same-day delivery until 3 PM

As an established local shop, Purley Florist takes pride in offering honest advice, caring service, and flowers we'd be happy to send to our own families. Order your basket or posy online today and let us deliver a little beauty across Purley.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A carefully composed basket of flowers that reads like a soft breath of comfort: bright white Gerbera daisies with striking dark brown or almost black centres form the clear, cheerful anchors of the design, their disks contrasting sharply with the pure petals. Surrounding them are clusters of light pink carnations whose ruffled edges create a plush, romantic texture, while small white and pale yellow daisy-type blooms-likely chrysanthemums or spray asters-pad the arrangement with gentle fullness. Scattered between the larger blossoms are diminutive starry blue-lilac flowers that introduce a cool, lively note, balancing the pastel warmth. The foliage has been chosen for both scent and structure: silvery, rounded eucalyptus leaves lend a modern, calming hue and a faint minty aroma, while glossy ruscus and other deep green leaves spill slightly from the left, giving the piece a graceful, natural cascade. All is set in a light, handwoven wooden basket with a solid brown handle that frames the bouquet and gives a handcrafted, homely presence. The lighting is bright and even, bringing out the delicate veining of the petals and the soft sheen of the leaves, as you might notice on a quiet morning in Purley near Purley Oaks station or while browsing on Purley High Street. This arrangement suits many occasions-comforting a friend, a thoughtful get-well gift, or a gentle centerpiece-and reflects the steady, considered touch of an experienced florist in the neighbourhood.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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This photograph depicts a thoughtfully crafted sympathy basket, the kind of arrangement often chosen in Purley when families wish to send something gentle yet expressive to a funeral or memorial. The basket itself is woven in a pale cream or off-white hue, with a softly arched handle that frames a rounded dome of flowers. Set against a clean white background and lit with even, natural-looking light, every colour and petal is clearly defined. At the composition's heart is a large creamy white rose, its petals wrapped in a perfect spiral that draws the eye inward, radiating calm and quiet affection. On either side, deep purple calla lilies tilt and curve, their smooth trumpet shapes and velvety colour lending a sense of formality and gravitas, tones often associated with remembrance services in churches around Purley and Kenley. Woven between them are light lavender and lilac clematis blossoms, with fine, star-shaped petals and soft yellow centres, adding a delicate, almost ethereal layer to the design. Scattered throughout are bright yellow and crisp white filler flowers, similar to freesia or alstroemeria, whose small, bell-like blooms bring texture and gentle flashes of brightness. On the right side of the basket, a single vivid magenta gerbera daisy stands out, its radiating petals suggesting a joyful memory amid sadness. All the flowers rest in a cradle of lush greenery: broad, glossy dark leaves and lighter, feathery sprigs combine to create a rich, full base that frames the colours beautifully. A subtle shadow beneath the basket grounds the scene. The overall impression is one of soothing elegance, a floral tribute that feels both respectful and uplifting, suitable for sending condolences within the Purley community.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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This image presents a refined sympathy basket, placed against a clean white backdrop so that its soft colours and shapes appear almost luminous. The basket itself is woven in a light cream or white wicker, with a sturdy handle arching tenderly over a full, rounded arrangement of flowers. At the centre, creamy white roses unfold completely, each bloom revealing layer upon layer of smooth, velvety petals. They form the emotional core of the design, evoking purity, gratitude, and enduring affection. Around them, small trumpet-shaped blossoms in pale yellow and white-reminiscent of freesia and alstroemeria-add a gentle movement, their finer petals and lighter texture suggesting whispered condolences and quiet prayers. Threaded delicately between the larger blooms are several star-shaped clematis flowers, in soft lavender and pale periwinkle blue, each one accented by a vivid yellow-green centre that introduces a refined contrast without breaking the arrangement's serenity. A generous collar of rich dark green foliage encircles the flowers, with broad, glossy leaves providing structure and delicate sprigs slipping between petals for added depth. The composition is balanced and harmonious, with no single flower overpowering the others, like a chorus of voices offering shared support. The subtle palette of cream, white, yellow, and lavender feels especially suited to a funeral or memorial in Purley, perhaps in one of the local churches or chapels, or for delivery to a home where family and friends gather to remember. The careful craftsmanship reflects the practiced hands of Purley Florist, creating a floral tribute that is both visually beautiful and emotionally gentle, designed to bring a sense of calm and quiet comfort.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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A thoughtfully arranged funeral basket is shown in soft, even light, set against a white background that emphasises every gentle curve and colour. The basket itself is crafted from pale natural wood in an elongated oval shape, resting on four tiny feet and crowned with a sturdy, arched handle, as if ready to be carried into a Purley service or placed near the front of a church on Brighton Road. The flowers are arranged in a rounded, generous mound, overflowing slightly for a feeling of abundance and care. Creamy white roses, fully open with plush, layered petals, form the focal points, radiating calm and conveying messages of purity, remembrance, and peace. Encircling them are deep red carnations, with rich, frilled petals that create texture and emotional depth; they speak quietly of devotion and admiration for a life well lived. Some carnations are softer in tone, white petals accented with pink and red streaks or edges, which gentles the strong red and adds a tender, personal note to the tribute. Between these larger blooms are smaller white flowers, likely freesias, their delicate, trumpet-like shapes and buds offering movement and a hint of fragrance. A foundation of lush, dark green foliage supports the composition, broad glossy leaves providing structure, while light, feathery greenery, such as asparagus fern, lifts the eye and softens the outline. The arrangement feels both classic and personal, a style often chosen by families in Purley for funeral and sympathy tributes delivered to local crematoria or homes. It captures the quiet balance between sorrow and gratitude, a floral expression of love and support.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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This image shows a lush, meticulously arranged bouquet set against a pure white background, allowing every stem and petal to stand out with clarity. The design forms a rounded dome, brimming with flowers and foliage that evoke the calm, leafy character of Purley's residential streets. At its heart lies a generous cluster of garden roses in blush pink, buttery yellow, and soft peach, their layered petals forming graceful spirals. Some blooms are wide open and showy, while others remain partially closed, giving the arrangement a dynamic, living quality, like a garden border just coming into peak bloom. Woven around and between them are delicate clematis flowers, star-shaped and airy, in tones of white and pale lavender. Their slender petals and bright, sunny centers introduce a charming, slightly wild note, reminiscent of flowering climbers along back gardens off Brighton Road. To offset the softness, several stems of blue eryngium, also known as sea holly, rise up with spiky, thistle-like heads in metallic blue-grey. These add a modern, sculptural edge that contrasts beautifully with the romantic roses. Nestled in the spaces, rich purple lisianthus blooms and buds deepen the colour story, their ruffled textures bringing a velvety, almost silky feel. Dotted throughout, clusters of bright red hypericum berries provide cheerful pops of colour and smooth, rounded shapes that invite touch. The entire bouquet is anchored by an array of green foliage: broad, glossy leaves, soft, feathery sprigs, and the occasional darker, burgundy-tinted stem that adds shadow and depth. This carefully composed arrangement feels perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or thoughtful thank-you gifts delivered around Purley, from homes near the station to quieter streets leading towards Kenley, carrying with it a sense of fresh garden beauty and quiet celebration.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Picture a round bridal-style bouquet laid flat against a white backdrop, its form so meticulously arranged it reads as a study in purity and texture. Dominant are several large white oriental lilies, their trumpet-like petals folding outward to display pale green stamens and subtle purple veining at the throat-small, natural accents that lend depth to otherwise luminous white. Interwoven among them are numerous cream and ivory rosebuds, tightly furled and fractionally open, their velvety petals layered into elegant spirals that provide a softer, sculptural counterpoint to the lilies' openness. Scattered throughout like a gentle snowfall are clusters of Baby's Breath (Gypsophila), their tiny white florets creating an airy undercurrent and cushioning the larger blooms with delicate detail. Around the edges, discreet green leaves surface-fresh, glossy and deliberately minimal so the whites remain the focal point. The overall impression is cool and refined; under soft natural light the petals gain pearlescent highlights and the bouquet emits an imagined fragrance that is sweet with a faint green crispness. This arrangement conveys timeless celebration-ideal as a wedding bouquet, a refined anniversary gift, or a tender sympathy offering-and it is the sort of thoughtful, high-quality design you can expect from a local Purley workshop. Purley Florist often styles versions like this for deliveries across the High Street, to homes near Purley Station and to family gatherings around Riddlesdown Common, balancing classic symbolism of purity and new beginnings with meticulous hand-finishing.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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This image captures a luxurious round bouquet of fresh lilies and roses, artfully arranged and photographed against a pure white backdrop, as if ready to be sent from a Purley flower shop to a doorstep on Brighton Road. The arrangement feels dense and abundant, each stem carefully positioned to create a harmonious, romantic display. White lilies form the structural backbone, their large, trumpet-shaped blooms spreading out with poised elegance. Some lilies are fully open, revealing soft yellow stamens within pale green throats, while others remain in bud, a vivid green that signals exceptional freshness. Amid these, clusters of blush pink roses and creamy white roses lend a soft, dreamy quality. The roses vary in openness, from compact buds that promise longevity to full, layered blossoms that invite you to imagine their silken touch. Piercing through the pastel softness, several fuchsia and deep magenta Oriental lilies, much like Stargazer varieties, provide a dramatic accent. Their petals, speckled with darker tones and crowned with gold-tipped stamens, add depth and a sense of movement to the bouquet. Between every larger bloom, tiny white baby's breath flowers float like a cloud, creating a veil of lightness and a delicate, almost ethereal texture. Slim, glossy leaves and occasional glimpses of stems around the edge remind you of the bouquet's garden origins and the care taken in its preparation by a skilled Purley florist. The even, bright lighting brings out every colour and contour, making it easy to imagine this arrangement gracing a dining table in a Purley home, celebrating a milestone birthday, a cherished anniversary, or a heartfelt "well done" after a big achievement.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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This compact, domed floral tribute blends soft pink roses with clusters of pure white freesia to create a calm, textured statement against a stark white backdrop. Prominent, fully opened pink roses showcase layered petals that move from deeper salmon-pink in the heart to gentle blush at the edges, while smaller spray roses pepper the surface with lighter tones and delicate rosette centers. The freesias add vertical punctuation - groups of bell-shaped white blossoms, some revealing tiny yellow stamens, others held in neat buds - bringing a subtle fragrance and a sense of unfolding life. Lush greenery cradles the flowers: broad, glossy leaves provide a deep, verdant base and variegated foliage with cream-edged margins lifts the palette and adds visual airiness. The arrangement is intentionally dense and stem-free, forming a rounded cushion that casts a soft shadow on the white plane and emphasizes three-dimensional texture. Bathed in soft natural light, the petals look tender and fresh, and the overall mood is one of gentle comfort and considered elegance. Ideal for a funeral, memorial, or as a serene get-well gesture, this style reflects what local clients often choose when they want a respectful and refined expression of sympathy. Prepared with care by experienced hands in Purley, this design is mindful of neighbourhood sensibilities from Purley High Street to the quieter lanes near Kenley Common and can be arranged for local delivery within the CR8 area.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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