Richmond Baskets & Posies by Richmond Florist

At Richmond Florist, our hand-crafted flower baskets and posies are designed right here in Richmond, just a short walk from the riverside and the paths around Richmond Green. Our small team of experienced local florists carefully selects seasonal flowers each morning, creating soft, elegant designs perfect for gifts, tributes, and thoughtful occasions.

Whether you live near Richmond Park, commute via Richmond Station, or are sending flowers to loved ones in Kew, Twickenham or East Sheen, we offer reliable same-day delivery on all basket and posy orders placed before 3 PM. Every design is arranged by hand in our Richmond shop, so what you see is created locally with care and attention.

Our basket and posy collection is especially popular for:

  • Comforting sympathy designs for homes and services
  • Charming, ready-to-display gifts for birthdays and thank-yous
  • Gentle, compact arrangements ideal for hospitals and care homes

As an established florist serving the Richmond community for years, we understand the importance of sending the right message with your bouquets and floral tributes. You can securely order online for delivery across Richmond, Kew, Twickenham and nearby areas, knowing your flowers are created by trusted local experts who genuinely care.

If you need guidance choosing the most appropriate basket or posy, our friendly team is always happy to help with personal, professional advice.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A bright, carefully balanced flower basket that marries classic whites and pale pinks with fresh green textures, photographed on a brilliant white backdrop to highlight every petal and leaf. Prominent white Gerbera daisies act as focal anchors, their large, immaculate petals surrounding bold dark brown to black central discs that lend each bloom a crisp, graphic presence. Soft blush-pink carnations cluster nearby, their multi-layered, velvety frills introducing a gentle, romantic softness. Interspersed among these are small white and pale yellow daisy-like chrysanthemums or asters that fill the design with a generous, cheerful density, while tiny star-shaped blue-lilac accent flowers add sparing pops of cool contrast. A mix of eucalyptus with its rounded, silvery leaves and rich, glossy ruscus provides both fragrance and sculptural foliage, with ruscus stems artfully spilling to the left to create movement. The botanical elements are set in a light wooden woven basket, the natural fibres visible and warmly textured, and a sturdy curved wooden handle arches over the arrangement, lending it a finished, gift-ready silhouette. The light is bright and even, catching the subtle sheen on leaves and the delicate veining of petals, making the whole composition feel fresh and lively. Expertly crafted for occasions ranging from thoughtful get-well wishes to gentle sympathy, this basket is available for delivery across Richmond - including Richmond Hill and The Green - and can be prepared by Richmond Florist for same-day local delivery when freshness is required.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Close your eyes and let me walk you through this artfully composed floral basket. Picture fluffy hydrangeas painted in baby pink, forming a cloud-like foundation, mingling with ruffles of peonies and the curling layers of ranunculus. Ranunculus appear with their almost gauzy petals, nestling beside lilies whose large petals catch a quiet light in peachy tones. The atmosphere feels plush and cheerful, underpinned by a quiet refinement that makes the palette feel luxurious yet approachable. Eucalyptus sprigs and slender filler blooms peek through, adding delicate greenery and a hint of woodland freshness. Every element is thoughtfully chosen and precisely placed-a testament to seasonal grace and skilled arrangement by a local artisan. The basket is a sturdy, light-colored weave, partially visible at the edges, with a crisp white square overlay centered on the arrangement. The overlay carries Florist Choice Basket in a graceful script, followed by a bold ?60 in sans-serif type. This composition feels suited to celebrations, anniversaries, or a heartfelt moment of comfort, and it resonates with the spirit of Richmond's busy markets, tranquil riverside paths, and leafy streets. Delivered with care to homes and offices across the Richmond area, it reflects a florist's dedication to freshness, texture, and emotional resonance for clients in Petersham, Whitton, and neighboring communities.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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This image captures a refined and comforting funeral arrangement, set crisply against a pure white background so that each bloom and leaf is clearly defined. The flowers are gathered in a light-coloured woven basket, likely cream or off-white, with a prominent curved handle arcing over the composition and echoing the gentle lines of Richmond's riverside walks. Rising from the basket is a rounded bouquet of mixed flowers and lush greenery. At the heart of the display lies a large, creamy white rose, its petals perfectly layered and softly curled, symbolising purity, reverence, and a tender goodbye. Beside it stand two deep purple calla lilies, their smooth trumpet shapes leaning in with an air of quiet sophistication, adding depth and solemn elegance appropriate for funeral and sympathy occasions. Throughout the arrangement, delicate, star-shaped clematis-like blossoms in pale lavender and lilac weave between the larger flowers, each with a subtle yellow centre that brings a gentle, uplifting light, much like early spring blooms in Richmond Park. Smaller yellow and white blossoms, suggestive of freesia or alstroemeria, are tucked in clusters, providing both texture and a soft brightness that keeps the tribute from feeling heavy. On the right side, a vivid magenta gerbera-style flower extends outward, its bold, radiating petals offering a poignant note of warmth and celebration of the life remembered. All of this is embraced by plentiful green foliage-glossy, broad leaves and finer, lighter sprigs-that create a rich, full base and a natural garden feel. The overall arrangement feels serene, balanced, and lovingly crafted, perfectly suited for delivery to a Richmond funeral home, church service, or family residence as a gesture of sympathy and support.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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Against a crisp white studio background, this refined sympathy basket appears almost to glow with its soft, harmonious colours. The container is a light beige or off-white woven basket, its texture neat and even, with a matching handle that arches gracefully over the floral mound like a quiet halo. The arrangement itself is rounded and full, but never heavy. Dominating the centre are several large, creamy white roses, fully open with layered, velvety petals that suggest comfort and unconditional love. Threaded between them are distinctive clematis blooms, each one star-shaped and painted in the palest lavender or periwinkle blue, with striking yellow-green centres that catch the eye without overwhelming the composition. Clustered around these focal flowers are smaller, freesia-like blossoms in white and soft, buttery yellow, some tightly closed, others half-unfurled, giving a sense of gentle movement and time passing. Abundant dark green foliage fills the spaces between stems; broad, glossy leaves anchor the design, while finer, lighter green tips add a fresh, airy edge. The colour story is calm and restrained-creams, whites, pastel yellows, and lilac tones-that would sit beautifully in a quiet chapel in Richmond or beside a framed photograph in a family living room near Richmond Green. It feels like the kind of tribute chosen with care by someone wanting to say, "You are remembered with tenderness," without any loud or jarring notes. Every element of the basket suggests a practiced florist's touch, with each flower turned to be seen, resulting in an arrangement that offers both visual solace and a sense of graceful farewell for funeral or memorial occasions.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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A softly lit funeral flower basket is the focus of this image, its details clarified by a simple white background that allows the eye to linger on each bloom. The base is an elegant, light-coloured wooden basket with a long oval footprint, supported discreetly by four small feet. A pale, arched handle spans the top, suggesting ease of carrying but here acting more as a gentle frame. Rising from within, the flowers have been arranged into a rounded, dome-like mound, brimming with texture and rich, comforting colour. Creamy white roses, fully open, sit like calm focal points throughout the design, their layered, velvety petals giving an impression of serenity, purity, and release. They are surrounded by deep red carnations, lavishly ruffled and full, which draw the eye with their intensity and symbolise affection and lasting devotion. Threaded between these, softer bicolour and pastel carnations appear in pink and white, some petals traced with red, easing the transition between light and dark and adding a note of tenderness. Fine stems of small white blossoms-likely freesias-lift above and between the main flowers, their bells and buds lending a sense of movement and a faint imagined fragrance. Beneath and around the blooms, a lush underlay of dark green foliage gives depth and structure: broad, glossy leaves cradle the flowers, while delicate fern-like fronds reach outward to soften the silhouette. Crafted with the quiet sophistication often associated with Richmond's leafy streets and nearby Richmond Park, this basket would feel at home at a memorial or funeral service, offering a gentle, composed expression of sympathy and remembrance to friends and family.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Presented against a clean white backdrop, this densely packed domed bouquet reads like a cultivated garden gathered into one perfect hand-tied composition. Soft garden roses in blush pink, pale peach, and buttery yellow form the visual bedrock, each rose at a different stage of opening so the eye travels from tight buds to full, swirling blossoms. Pale lavender and white clematis flowers open like small stars among the roses, their delicate petals and light centers lifting the arrangement with graceful, airy movement. Blue Eryngium thistles (sea holly) provide dramatic sculptural accents-their steel-blue, spiky globes giving the bouquet an almost architectural punctuation. Deeper purple lisianthus blooms and buds tuck in close, offering velvety texture and a jewel-toned depth that balances the pastels. Bright red hypericum berries appear in small clusters, glossy and lively, scattering warm punctuation across the composition. A lush assortment of foliage-broad glossy leaves, fern-like greens, and subtle burgundy fillers-envelops the flowers and creates a softly layered silhouette. The lighting reveals petal translucence and a gentle sheen on the berries, suggesting a fresh, early-morning pick. As arranged by a neighbourhood florist familiar with Richmond Park picnics and riverside celebrations, this bouquet would work beautifully as a heartfelt gift, a reception centerpiece, or a comforting sympathy tribute. Richmond Florist's eye for balance and texture is evident in the careful contrasts between romantic roses, wild clematis, and the bold, bristling sea holly.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Imagine a bouquet that reads like a sunlit morning in Richmond: luminous white lilies and soft cream roses gathered into a perfectly rounded form and photographed from above against a clean white background. The lilies dominate with their broad, trumpet-shaped petals, each one opening to show pale yellow stamens and the faint green at the throat; they bring structure and a gentle, lingering scent. Interwoven between them are carefully chosen cream and ivory roses, mostly in bud and half-bloom, whose velvety petals create pockets of soft texture. Sprays of delicate Baby's Breath float between the larger flowers, lending an almost snowfall effect that softens the overall silhouette and adds intricate, lace-like detail. Small, fresh green leaves edge the bouquet, their glossy surfaces catching the light and providing a refreshing visual punctuation to the sea of white. The arrangement reads as both intimate and composed: suitable for a bride walking down a pew at St Mary's Richmond or as an elegant gift for an anniversary celebrated on George Street. The photograph's even, diffuse lighting highlights petal translucency and the tactile quality of each bloom, suggesting cool freshness and careful hydration. This is the kind of bouquet a local florist would assemble with respect for seasonality and fragrance-balancing the lilies' perfume with the rose's softness-so that the finished piece feels both expertly made and personally meaningful for life's quiet, hopeful moments.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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Captured against a clean white backdrop, this lush, domed bouquet seems to glow with soft romance, as if ready to be carried into a ceremony at one of Richmond's historic venues. The arrangement is dominated by pristine white lilies, their wide, trumpet-shaped petals opening with graceful, outward sweeps that reveal pale green throats and slender stamens dusted with light pollen. Cradled among these are clusters of pastel pink roses and creamy ivory roses in different stages of bloom: some buds are tightly closed, neat and compact, while others unfurl into generous, velvety spirals that look deeply touchable. To add contrast and intensity, rich magenta Oriental lilies, reminiscent of classic Stargazer varieties, are woven through the design. Their bold, speckled petals radiate from golden stamens, injecting drama and passion into the softer hues. Fine stems of white gypsophila-baby's breath-thread delicately between all the larger blossoms, creating a soft veil that gives the bouquet its airy, cloud-like fullness. Here and there, glimpses of fresh green foliage punctuate the flowers, adding natural texture and depth while preserving the bouquet's perfectly rounded, almost sculpted form. The lighting is bright and balanced, allowing each petal, bud, and leaf to be clearly seen while keeping shadows gentle and flattering. This is the kind of arrangement that would feel at home in a Richmond townhouse overlooking the Thames or delivered as a surprise to offices near Richmond station. It embodies celebration and tenderness, making it ideal for anniversaries, romantic milestones, or heartfelt thank-you gifts across the local area.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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This rounded bouquet reads like a gentle dawn in a well-loved Richmond garden: an intimate cluster of soft pink roses and clean white freesias gathered into a dense, domed shape and photographed against a crisp white background. The larger, classic roses show multiple layers of petals, some fully opened into graceful spirals, others still cupping tender hearts; nearby, smaller spray roses and tight buds create depth and a whisper of movement. Bright white freesia appears in small, upright clusters-some blossoms open with their delicate bell shapes and pale yellow centres visible, others caught in bud-adding a crisp floral accent and the suggestion of a delicate, fresh fragrance. The greens are rich and varied, a mixture of broad, glossy leaves providing weight and smaller, cream-edged variegated foliage introducing light and texture. The arrangement's craftsmanship hides stems and mechanics entirely, producing a seamless, cushion-like silhouette that casts a soft shadow on the white surface. The lighting is natural and forgiving, highlighting petal textures and the contrast between blush pink and luminous white without harshness. This is a composition meant for quiet, tender occasions-ideal for welcoming a new baby with understated charm, marking a gentle birthday morning, or offering comfort at a bedside. A florist familiar with Richmond Park and the riverside terraces might choose these seasonal stems for their approachable beauty and long-lasting freshness, inviting warm, reflective moments.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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