Sydenham Hill BASKETS & POSIES

At Sydenham Hill Florist, our hand-crafted floral baskets and delicate posies are designed to bring comfort, joy and a touch of elegance to every occasion. Working from the heart of Sydenham Hill, close to Sydenham Hill Station, Wells Park and the leafy slopes towards Dulwich Wood, we know exactly which flowers locals love.

Each design is created by an experienced florist, using fresh, seasonally sourced blooms arranged in easy-to-place baskets and compact posies - ideal for home tributes, thoughtful gifts, and intimate gatherings. Whether you're in Upper Sydenham, East Dulwich or nearby Forest Hill, you can enjoy reliable same-day delivery when you order online before 3 PM.

Our team carefully considers colour, fragrance and meaning in every piece, ensuring your basket or posy feels personal and appropriate - whether it's a soft pastel sympathy design or a bright thank-you gift.

  • Thoughtfully arranged, ready-to-display floral baskets
  • Elegant posies created by skilled local florists
  • Same-day delivery across Sydenham Hill and surrounding areas

As a trusted independent florist, we take pride in friendly service, honest advice and consistent quality. Browse our collection of baskets and posies today and order online with confidence from Sydenham Hill Florist.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A lively yet soft-hued basket bouquet that reads as both fresh and thoughtful: sterling-white Gerbera daisies with bold dark centres are arranged as focal points, punctuating the display with bright circular faces. Around them, clusters of pale pink carnations build a frothy, romantic texture, their ruffled edges catching the light. Interstitial sprays of small white and creamy-yellow daisy-like flowers-likely chrysanthemums or asters-fill the composition so it reads lush rather than spare. Tiny violet-blue star-shaped accents are scattered through the greens, giving small, cheerful moments of cool colour among the pastels. The bouquet sits in a pale, woven wooden basket with a simple curved brown handle, the weave visible beneath the blooms and adding handcrafted charm. The foliage mix is generous: silvery, rounded eucalyptus leaves soften the palette with a lightly aromatic note and darker glossy ruscus stretches slightly outward on the left, lending a graceful, asymmetrical sweep. The photograph's bright, even light highlights petal textures and the natural sheen of leaves, so each blossom feels tangible. As a seasoned florist who knows the rhythms of Sydenham Hill and nearby Forest Hill, I imagine this arrangement arriving as a thoughtful birthday, a gentle congratulations, or a comforting sympathy gift-an understated expression of care that reads both modern and timeless in local homes.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Close your eyes and let me walk you through this artfully composed basket, a plush celebration of flowers that seems to have stepped straight from a corner of Sydenham Hill's private garden. Picture fluffy hydrangeas in baby pink, forming cloud-like masses, interwoven with ruffles of hot pink peonies and the delicate, swirling layers of ranunculus. The scent is gentle and inviting, while lilies, with their large petals and serene peach tones, catch the light and add a touch of grace. Eucalyptus sprigs and slender filler blooms peek through, giving texture and a whisper of woodland freshness. Each component appears thoughtfully chosen and precisely placed-a true harvest of seasonal grace. Such a basket would sit proudly at a celebration table, or offer wordless comfort and beauty to someone in need of joy. The result is tactile and vivacious, with blossoms that beckon fingertips even as they fill the room with a soft, welcoming fragrance, rendered here in a bright, airy composition that echoes the vibe of a sunny afternoon in Dulwich and beyond, available for delivery across Sydenham Hill.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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Set against a pristine white background, this elegant funeral flower basket looks as if it has just been placed gently on a table, the light cream woven base and smooth, arching handle framing a tranquil composition of blooms. In the centre lies a beautifully formed creamy white rose, its velvety petals spiralling outward with quiet grace, evoking purity, reverence, and heartfelt remembrance. To one side, two deep purple calla lilies extend upward with their distinctive trumpet-shaped spathes, introducing a rich, dramatic hue that deepens the emotional tone of the arrangement. Soft lavender and pale lilac clematis-style flowers are scattered throughout, their fine, star-shaped petals and tiny yellow centres bringing an airy, almost poetic touch that lightens the whole design. Interspersed among them are bright yellow blossoms, akin to alstroemeria or freesia, and small white filler flowers, adding cheerful sparks of light that suggest hope and shared memories. On the right edge, a solitary magenta gerbera daisy appears, its bold colour and radiating petals drawing the eye and symbolising individuality amid the collective tribute. A generous cushion of foliage surrounds and supports the blooms-broad, glossy dark green leaves combined with smaller, lighter sprigs-creating a rounded, well-balanced silhouette. A soft shadow beneath the basket gives a sense of depth and realism, as if natural daylight were falling across the scene. This arrangement, reminiscent of the peaceful greenery along Sydenham Hill's quiet residential roads and woodland edges, would make a gentle, dignified tribute at a local funeral or memorial, offering a touch of calm beauty at a time of loss.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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This image captures a refined sympathy flower basket styled with the sensitivity and balance you would expect from an experienced Sydenham Hill florist. The arrangement sits neatly against a pure white background, contained within a light beige, oval-shaped wicker basket whose handle arches smoothly over the flowers like a protective frame. At the centre, creamy white roses unfurl in full bloom, their velvety petals layered in generous spirals, lending the piece a sense of softness and timeless elegance. Weaving among these larger blooms are clusters of pale yellow and white flowers, similar to freesia, with slender buds and open bells that introduce a gentle play of height and texture, as though the arrangement has been touched by a soft breeze drifting across the nearby slopes of Sydenham Hill. Here and there, delicate clematis blooms emerge, instantly recognisable by their star-like lavender petals and striking yellow-green centres. Their cooler purple tones sit beautifully against the warm creams and soft lemons, offering just enough contrast to keep the design visually engaging without disturbing its calm. A generous collar of glossy dark green leaves and lighter, more feathery foliage holds the flowers in a rounded, full shape, allowing shadows and highlights to shift subtly across the arrangement. The colours remain firmly in the realm of soft pastels and fresh greens, creating a mood that feels contemplative but not heavy, respectful yet gently uplifting. This basket would be a fitting tribute for a funeral or memorial service, or as a comforting sympathy gift delivered to homes around Sydenham Hill, where it can bring a touch of natural light to a difficult day.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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A soft, light-filled image shows a funeral flower basket, carefully arranged for a final farewell in the Sydenham Hill area. The basket itself is a shallow, oval form made from pale wooden slats, its smooth sides resting on four subtle feet that lift it slightly from the surface. A rounded handle arcs from one side to the other, painted or finished in the same light tone, creating a quiet frame for the flowers it carries. Within this frame, the arrangement rises into a full, rounded dome of blooms, each one placed with an eye for balance and tenderness. Large creamy white roses take centre stage, their petals unfolding in soft layers that suggest peace, reverence, and gratitude. Around them cluster deep red carnations, their lush, frilled heads adding both texture and emotional depth, like small cushions of colour. Among these, bi-coloured carnations in shades of soft pink with red-edged petals introduce a slightly gentler, more personal feeling, as if acknowledging both sorrow and cherished memories. Slim stems bearing tiny white, bell-shaped blossoms-similar to freesias-are threaded through the design, punctuating the heavier shapes with light, airy accents. A foundation of dark green foliage supports everything: broad leaves give structure and form, while fine, fern-like sprigs emerge from the top and edges, lending height and a sense of natural movement. The plain white background keeps the focus entirely on the flowers, allowing the red, white, and green to speak in their own quiet way. It feels like a respectful, comforting tribute, the sort of arrangement Sydenham Hill Florist might prepare for delivery to a hillside church or a private family gathering.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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This photograph presents a full, rounded bouquet positioned against a pure white background, its soft shadow hinting at the volume and care within the arrangement. The bouquet feels lush and intentional, every bloom placed to create a smooth, domed silhouette that appears almost cloud-like from above. Dominating the design are many garden roses, their petals gathered into intricate rosettes in tones of blush pink, gentle yellow, and warm peach. Some roses are wide open, letting the eye wander through their layers, while others remain partly closed, offering subtle variations in texture and shape. Woven throughout, airy clematis blossoms in white and pale lavender introduce a light, garden-inspired quality. Their starry petals and sunny yellow centres seem to float among the denser roses, like delicate climbers draped over an old brick wall on Sydenham Hill. Striking blue eryngium stems rise from within, adding thistle-like, spiky bursts of metallic blue-grey that contrast beautifully with the softness of the surrounding petals. Deep purple lisianthus blooms, with some still in bud and others gently opening, provide pockets of rich colour and velvety texture, quietly echoing the cool shadows of nearby woodland paths. Small clusters of bright red hypericum berries sit between the flowers, spherical and glossy, catching the light like drops of lacquer. All of this is supported by a cradle of mixed foliage: broad, glossy leaves, feathery greens, and touches of darker, burgundy-toned foliage that frame the bouquet and add visual depth. The overall effect is that of an expertly crafted piece from a Sydenham Hill florist, perfectly suited for birthdays, anniversaries, or simple tokens of appreciation, ready for delivery to houses overlooking the valley, where its fragrance and colour can transform an ordinary room into a gentle celebration of nature.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Viewed from above on a pristine white surface, this round, meticulously formed bouquet showcases the serene harmony of white florals favoured for weddings and peaceful occasions. Large, open white lilies take centre stage with their trumpet-shaped petals and delicate pale green stamens, offering a soft perfume that lifts the senses. Interspersed are numerous creamy ivory roses in tight bud and half-open states, their plush spirals adding a luxurious, tactile depth that contrasts beautifully with the lilies' open silhouettes. Sprays of tiny white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) weave through the massed flowers like a fine mist, creating negative space and a delicate, frothy texture that lightens the visual weight. Slim, glossy green leaves emerge at the bouquet's edges, providing a crisp, botanical frame and a fresh colour counterpoint. The lighting is subtle and even, evoking a calm early afternoon on Sydenham Hill near the Horniman Museum, which allows the bouquet's whites and creams to read as warm rather than stark. As a seasoned local florist at Sydenham Hill Florist, I'd choose these blooms for a bridal posy, an elegant centrepiece for a small reception on Dartmouth Road, or a thoughtful gift delivered locally - their symbolism leans toward purity, comfort, and new beginnings. The arrangement's symmetry, texture, and scent combine to form a composed, trustworthy statement: refined beauty handled with professional care and local knowledge of how these flowers travel best through our neighbourhood.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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Against a seamless white background, this opulent bouquet appears as a perfectly rounded mound of lilies, roses, and baby's breath, each bloom positioned to create a luxurious, garden-like effect. White lilies dominate, their wide, trumpet-shaped petals opening elegantly, with gentle curves that draw the gaze toward soft, pale green centres and slender stamens tipped with pollen. Between these luminous lilies, clusters of pastel pink roses and warm cream roses nestle closely together, some with petals still wrapped in tight, hopeful buds, others generously open with velvety layers that feel deeply romantic. Adding drama and depth are several rich magenta and fuchsia Oriental lilies, reminiscent of Stargazer varieties, whose petals are flecked with deeper tones and gathered around golden-yellow anthers, creating striking moments of contrast amid the softer hues. Fine strands of white Gypsophila thread delicately through the arrangement, each stem dotted with countless tiny blooms that form a light, cloud-like veil over the denser flowers beneath. Around the outer edges, glimpses of fresh green leaves and supporting stems break up the expanse of petals, providing the eye with restful patches of cool colour and hinting at the bouquet's hand-tied craftsmanship. The lighting is bright and even, ensuring that every subtle shade, texture, and curve is clearly visible, as though the arrangement has just been placed on a workbench in a Sydenham Hill florist's studio. This bouquet feels perfect for meaningful occasions across Sydenham Hill, from intimate anniversaries in homes near Sydenham Hill Wood to joyful family gatherings on the surrounding residential streets, whenever someone wishes to send flowers that speak of elegance, affection, and celebration.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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I picture this arrangement as a morning in a well-tended London garden: compact, domed, and carefully balanced so the eye travels in soft circles across petals and leaves. The principal flowers are pink roses - some large and fully opened with layered, velvety petals in shades ranging from blush to a warm salmon, others smaller spray roses that create a graded palette of pink. Nestled between them are pure white freesias, their delicate, trumpet-like blooms and slender buds offering vertical punctuation and a faint, citrusy-sweet perfume that brightens the ensemble. The greenery is rich and varied: deep, lustrous green leaves form the main mass, while cream-edged variegated leaves lend visual lift and a refined, painterly contrast. The overall silhouette is a smooth, cushion form with no visible stems, a deliberate choice to make the piece read as a single, comforting object. Soft daylight from the left highlights petal edges and casts a gentle shadow beneath, emphasising three-dimensionality and freshness. This bouquet carries a serene, tender mood - suitable as a gentle birthday bouquet for a new parent, a sympathetic token, or a tasteful centrepiece for an intimate gathering. Prepared with neighbourhood care, it is the kind of floral design a Sydenham Hill florist would deliver across local streets from Lordswood Road to Upper Sydenham, arriving fragrant and ready to comfort or celebrate in equal measure.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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