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When sending flowers to a funeral, the arrangement itself conveys respect, remembrance, and love. Yet many families wish to add one more layer of meaning: a funeral flower banner. These banners, often attached to sprays, wreaths, or standing arrangements, carry short but powerful words that express sympathy and devotion.
In this guide, we will explain the role of funeral banners for flowers, the most common messages used, how they are placed on arrangements, and why they remain an important tradition in funeral services.
A funeral flower banner is a ribbon or banner added to a floral arrangement with a personalized message. These banners are often seen on:
Families often search terms such as “banner on funeral flowers” or “funeral banners for flowers” when looking for ways to add this personal touch.
Explore our selection of funeral flower arrangements to see designs that can be paired with sympathy banners.
Adding a banner offers several benefits:
The words chosen for a funeral flower banner are usually short but meaningful. Examples include:
For religious families, phrases like “Until We Meet Again” or “Peace Be With You” are also common.
Funeral sprays are among the most common arrangements to include banners. A banner for funeral spray is usually placed across the center or angled diagonally for visibility.
Circular wreaths often carry ribbons across the top or bottom with messages of love and remembrance.
A funeral sympathy banner focuses on short messages of condolence. These may be sent by friends, colleagues, or organizations.
For funeral crosses or heart arrangements, banners can emphasize religious devotion or love.
Banners are generally attached in visible locations:
Funeral directors and florists often assist in attaching banners securely so they remain visible during the service.
The banner color should complement the arrangement while remaining readable. Common choices include:
The goal is to ensure that the message is clear, visible, and respectful.
Banners are particularly significant in certain cultures:
These customs reflect the universality of banners as part of funeral flower etiquette.
Adding a banner is generally affordable. Florists usually charge a small additional fee, ranging from $10 to $30, depending on the design and lettering. The low cost combined with the strong emotional impact makes banners one of the most common additions to funeral flowers.
While flowers themselves communicate love and sympathy, a funeral flower banner adds a deeply personal element. With just a few words, families can express devotion, highlight relationships, and provide comfort to mourners.
At Rest in Blooms, we understand the importance of these details. That’s why our funeral sprays, wreaths, and arrangements can be accompanied by banners that express your heartfelt message with dignity.
Learn about funeral flower banners, from sympathy messages to placement on sprays and wreaths. Explore banner ideas for funeral flowers at Rest in Blooms.
Q: What is a funeral flower banner?
A: It is a ribbon or banner attached to funeral arrangements such as sprays or wreaths, carrying short sympathy messages.
Q: What should I write on a funeral banner?
A: Common messages include “Rest in Peace,” “In Loving Memory,” “Beloved Mother,” or “Forever in Our Hearts.”
Q: Where are funeral banners placed on arrangements?
A: They are typically draped across the center of sprays, casket flowers, or wreaths.
Q: How much does it cost to add a funeral banner?
A: Most florists charge between $10 and $30 for a banner, depending on design and lettering.
Q: Can banners be added to any arrangement?
A: Yes. Banners can be attached to casket sprays, standing sprays, wreaths, crosses, and heart-shaped arrangements.
With seamless coordination and trusted local florists, we ensure every tribute is thoughtfully crafted and delivered with care—right where it’s needed, when it matters most.