Plumstead BASKETS / POSIES

At Flowers Plumstead, our hand-crafted flower baskets and delicate posies are designed right here in Plumstead, using fresh, carefully sourced flowers. Whether you’re commemorating a life, sending comfort, or marking a special moment, our experienced local florist team is here to guide you with warmth and sensitivity.

Working close to Plumstead High Street and Plumstead Common, we understand the tastes and traditions of families across Woolwich, Abbey Wood, and Thamesmead. Each basket or posy is arranged by hand, ensuring thoughtful design, balanced colours, and long-lasting blooms that reflect your sentiments perfectly.

We offer reliable same-day delivery across Plumstead and nearby areas when you order online before 3 PM. That means you can trust us for timely tributes to local churches, homes, and funeral directors along routes like Plumstead Road and near Winn’s Common.

  • Fresh, seasonal flowers arranged by skilled local florists
  • Thoughtfully designed baskets and posies for every occasion
  • Convenient online ordering with same-day delivery until 3 PM

As a trusted florist serving the Plumstead community for many years, we take pride in personal service. Share a few details about the person or occasion, and we’ll craft a meaningful basket or posy that feels truly personal. Order your Plumstead flowers and sympathy bouquets online today with Flowers Plumstead for caring, professional support when it matters most.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A carefully composed floral basket that opens outward with calm confidence, photographed against clean white to highlight its soft pastel harmony and textural richness. Dominant white Gerbera daisies, their broad, luminous petals encircling deep brown centres, provide crisp focal points that feel both pure and uplifting. Nestled among them, pale pink carnations offer a frothy, romantic counterpoint - their many ruffled edges catching light and casting soft shadows that add depth. Smaller white and pale yellow chrysanthemum sprays weave throughout the bouquet, filling gaps with a cheerful, garden-fresh abundance. Scattered like tiny stars, pale blue-violet accents give a cool, contemplative note and subtle contrast against the greens. The foliage selection is attentive and modern: silvery eucalyptus rounds and softens the palette while darker glossy ruscus trails to the left, suggesting movement and a careful asymmetry. All of these elements are set into a rustic light-brown woven basket with a sturdy, arched wooden handle, handcrafted in style and lending a homey, artisanal feel. Under bright, even illumination the surface textures - satiny petals, papery chrysanthemum florets, smooth eucalyptus leaves - are clear and inviting. This is an arrangement that reads as both a tender gift and a serene centrepiece for a quiet room in Plumstead or nearby Woolwich, a floral composition that comforts, celebrates, and speaks of thoughtful local craftsmanship.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
Close your eyes and step into a sunlit Plumstead studio as a Florist Choice Basket comes to life on a pale, sun warmed work table. The arrangement rests in a white woven basket, its handle just visible beneath a generous bloom canopy, as if the florist has paused mid creation to invite the eye closer. The palette reads like a soft love letter: blush pinks, creamy whites, and deep fuchsias interwoven with fresh greens, a timeless combination that suits celebrations, anniversaries, or a spontaneous moment of joy. Dominant, statement blooms anchor the design: large hot pink peonies unfurl in lush ruffles, while pure white ranunculus show off their tightly layered petals. Pale pink hydrangeas form a cloud of softness, complemented by blush to cream roses and crisp white anemones with their striking dark centers. Silky white fillers drift through, and wisps of eucalyptus weave through the arrangement, adding a whisper of woodland fragrance and texture. Each stem appears selected with care, every curve and contour deliberate, yielding a bouquet that feels both exuberant and refined. A white square overlay sits near the heart of the display, declaring Florist Choice Basket in an elegant script and the price ?60 in a clean sans serif punch. The image communicates a premium gift ready for delivery, a thoughtful gesture for birthdays, anniversaries, or a simple moment of connection. Delivery is available to Plumstead and surrounding SE London locales with freshness you can trust and options for same day delivery to brighten a doorstep.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
A refined sympathy basket arrangement is shown in a clean, white studio setting, the neutral background ensuring every bloom and leaf is easy to imagine. The flowers overflow from a pale, off-white woven basket with a tall, arched handle, its weave catching small highlights of light like wicker seen in a Plumstead High Street shop window. In the center, a single creamy white rose opens in a perfect spiral, its velvety petals symbolising purity and peace. Alongside it, two sumptuous calla lilies in a rich, deep purple lift their distinctive trumpet-shaped heads, adding elegance and a gentle sense of ceremony to the tribute. Threaded throughout are airy clematis-like flowers in soft lilac and lavender, their starry petals and pale yellow centers introducing a light, almost ethereal quality. Pockets of yellow and white blossoms, reminiscent of alstroemeria or freesia, add a soft brightness that feels quietly hopeful rather than loud, suitable for a thoughtful farewell. On the right, a single fuchsia or magenta gerbera daisy stands out, its ring of fine petals creating a confident circle of colour that suggests cherished memories and enduring affection. The entire design is cradled in a wealth of rich green foliage, from broad, glossy leaves to smaller, brighter sprigs, giving the basket a rounded, generous shape. A gentle shadow beneath the basket adds depth, as though the arrangement has just been placed in a Plumstead church porch or beside a memorial plaque in a local garden. The overall impression is one of composed grace and natural abundance, a funeral flower basket that expresses sympathy, respect, and a quiet celebration of a life well lived.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
This photograph captures a refined sympathy flower basket, carefully composed by a local Plumstead florist and placed against a clean white backdrop so nothing distracts from the flowers themselves. A light cream wicker basket with a rounded, woven handle holds a generous, dome-shaped arrangement, the blooms rising just above the rim in a soft, billowing curve. At the centre, creamy white roses open fully, their petals layered like folded silk, creating a focal point of stillness and grace that feels appropriate for a funeral or memorial gathering near Plumstead Cemetery or a quiet home visit off Lakedale Road. Scattered elegantly throughout are star-shaped clematis blossoms in gentle lavender and pale lilac, their slender petals and vivid yellow-green eyes giving the piece a subtle hint of colour and a slightly romantic, cottage-garden character. Around these, clusters of delicate white and pale yellow flowers, reminiscent of freesia or similar spring blooms, add fragrance, lightness, and a sense of gentle movement, as if a soft breeze had just brushed across them. Some buds remain closed, promising bloom, and adding a layer of symbolism for continuing life and hope. Rich, glossy foliage forms a dark green cradle beneath and around the blossoms, with broad leaves and more delicate sprigs weaving in and out, sharpening the contrast and making the pastel tones appear even more luminous. The overall palette of cream, white, soft yellow, and washed lavender feels soothing and contemplative, ideal for expressing sympathy, sending condolences, or simply offering quiet support to someone in Plumstead who needs a touch of natural grace delivered to their door.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
An elegant funeral flower basket is carefully arranged in a pale, oblong wooden container, its softly curved handle arching above a dome of blooms that feels both abundant and composed. The basket itself, made from smooth light wood slats and resting on discreet little feet, has a quiet, handcrafted charm you might expect from a small Plumstead workshop, and it lifts the flowers just high enough to give them presence on a memory table or beside a framed photograph. At the centre, creamy white roses open fully, their layered petals unfurling in gentle spirals that speak of purity, peace, and a life fondly remembered. Nestled around them, deep red carnations create a rich, velvety contrast, each ruffled head dense with petals that catch the light in subtle shadows and highlights. Some blooms are softly variegated, with white petals traced in pink and red, adding a delicate, almost whispered hint of colour that softens the stronger tones. Here and there, fine stems of small white flowers, reminiscent of freesias, rise up between the larger blossoms, with open, bell-shaped blooms and clusters of buds that suggest quiet hope. The flowers are wrapped in a generous cradle of dark green foliage, from broad, glossy leaves that form a steady base to lighter, feathery fronds that drift outwards at the edges, giving the design gentle movement. Set against a clean white background, every shade of cream, red, and green stands clearly, creating a calm yet emotionally rich tribute, ideal for a Plumstead funeral service or a sympathy delivery to homes near Winn's Common or Plumstead High Street.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
Set against a pure white background, this rounded bouquet appears almost to float, its colours and textures forming a lush floral tapestry. The arrangement is densely composed, with garden roses in pastel shades of light pink, warm yellow, and creamy peach creating a soft, romantic core. Each rose is at a different stage of opening, from tight, promising buds to fully unfurled blooms with velvety, spiralled centres. Threading between them are star-like clematis flowers in white and pale lavender, their slender petals and golden centres giving the bouquet a gentle, airy lift. Punctuating this softness, several stems of blue eryngium stand proud, their spiky, steel-blue heads and jagged collars adding an intriguing, modern edge. Deeper purple lisianthus blooms, some cupped and others ruffled at the tips, nestle among the roses, bringing a subtle sense of movement, as if a breeze had just brushed through them. Scattered throughout are glossy red hypericum berries, each cluster like a handful of tiny cherries, adding a playful spark of colour. A rich variety of greenery supports the design, from broad, deep green leaves to delicate, feather-light fronds, with occasional touches of dark, wine-toned foliage that deepen the palette. The bouquet has the feeling of something carefully hand-crafted in a Plumstead flower shop after an early-morning visit to local wholesalers, ready to be carried along Conway Road or delivered to a townhouse near Plumstead Common. It radiates warmth and thoughtful intention, equally suited for heartfelt thank-you flowers, a celebratory gift, or a refined centrepiece for a gathering at home.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
Seen from above against a pristine white background, this round bouquet reads like a study in white: broad white lilies with trumpet-shaped petals dominate the centre, their light green stamens and faintly purple-tinted throats adding subtle contrast and sculptural form. Interwoven between the lilies are clusters of creamy ivory roses, some tightly furled and others showing their layered petals in soft, half-bloom - the tactile velvet of each rose petal is almost palpable. Tiny sprays of white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) are peppered through the arrangement, lending a frothy, cloud-like softness that fills any negative space and catches the eye at every angle. A few vibrant green leaves cushion the base of the bouquet and peek around the perimeter, their glossy texture grounding the airy whites. The image suggests soft studio lighting or a calm morning glow, which reveals gentle shadows and the delicate translucence of petals, hinting at the bouquet's scent - the sweet, lingering perfume of lilies mixed with a lighter rose fragrance. As a floral composition it has the density and balance of a professionally hand-tied piece, ideal for ceremonies, christenings or an intimate wedding in Plumstead, near Plumstead Common or along Plumstead High Street. Carefully prepared for delivery and local events, this arrangement conveys purity, quiet joy and the reassuring craft of a neighbourhood florist - Flowers Plumstead - who understands how white flowers carry meaning on life's important days.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
A full, rounded bouquet of lilies and roses is captured from above against a pure white background, almost as if it were resting on a sunlit counter in a Plumstead flower shop. The design feels abundant and tender at the same time, with pristine white lilies forming the structural focus; their wide, trumpet-shaped petals curve gently outward, showcasing soft green centers and delicate stamens that lend an air of quiet refinement. Around them, a generous halo of roses unfolds in tones of blush pink and creamy white, each bloom at a slightly different stage-some still tight and hopeful, others fully opened into plush, spiralled rosettes that invite the fingertips. Punctuating this calm palette, several vivid fuchsia and magenta Oriental lilies, similar to Stargazer lilies, blaze with colour; their speckled petals and rich, velvety texture draw the eye to the centre of the bouquet and create a sense of drama and romance. Tiny clusters of white baby's breath drift between the larger flowers, like a soft veil, adding gentle volume and a cloud-like softness. Slim green leaves and unopened lily buds jut out subtly, suggesting long-lasting freshness and the slow unfurling of fragrance that might fill a Plumstead townhouse or a quiet flat near Woolwich Road. The lighting is bright and even, emphasizing the contrast between the cool whites, warm pinks, and vivid magentas, and capturing the natural gloss of each petal. The arrangement feels made for tender milestones-an anniversary dinner at home, a new baby celebration, or a thoughtful gesture to brighten a grey Thames-side morning-conveying warmth, affection, and carefully crafted beauty.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
A carefully formed, domed floral tribute offered by Flowers Plumstead, this arrangement marries soft pink roses with snowy white freesia to create a compact, comforting statement against a stark white background. The focal pink roses range from open, velvety blooms with gracefully unfurling petals to smaller spray roses in paler tones, their layered textures inviting touch; interspersed freesia provide upright, bell-shaped accents, some revealing delicate yellow stamens while others remain as poised buds promising tomorrow's bloom. The surface is densely composed so that stems disappear entirely, producing a smooth, cushion-like profile that reads as both formal and tender. Beneath and between the flowers, robust green foliage - glossy dark leaves like ruscus or salal and lighter variegated leaves with creamy margins, likely pittosporum - gives a verdant backdrop that makes the blush and white palette sing. The arrangement is photographed in soft natural light which brings out the satiny sheen of rose petals and the translucent purity of freesia blooms, while a gentle shadow on the white plane lends three-dimensional weight. Intended for sensitive moments - memorial services, celebration-of-life displays, thoughtful get-well gestures or a refined gift - the bouquet conveys calm, sympathy and reassuring beauty. Locally aware, we picture this style delivered across Plumstead High Street and to homes near Plumstead Market or Shooters Hill, where neighbours appreciate subtle, well-crafted florals that speak of care and attention.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00