Reading BASKETS / POSIES

At Flowers Reading, our hand-crafted flower baskets and posies are designed right here in Reading, just a short stroll from Broad Street and the Oracle Shopping Centre. As a local, independent florist, we combine years of experience with fresh seasonal flowers to create calming sympathy posies, cheerful get-well baskets and charming gifts for every occasion.

Each design is made to order by our skilled team in Reading, using high-quality stems sourced from trusted growers. Whether you’re sending a soft pastel posy to Caversham, a rustic country basket to Tilehurst, or a bright, modern design to Earley, we’ll make sure it arrives looking fresh, full and beautifully presented.

We offer reliable same-day delivery across Reading and surrounding areas, including:

  • Caversham & riverside addresses by the River Thames
  • Tilehurst & West Reading
  • Earley & Lower Earley

Place your order before 3 PM for same-day delivery, or order online any time for next-day service. Our local knowledge means we know the best routes around Reading Station and through the town centre, helping your flowers arrive on time and in perfect condition.

If you’re unsure which basket or posy to choose, our friendly Reading florist team is always happy to guide you, ensuring your gift feels thoughtful, personal and genuinely local.

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BASKETS / POSIES
An expertly composed basket arrangement that reads as both refined and gently comforting, photographed on a pristine white backdrop so every petal and leaf is clearly visible. Dominating the scene are several pristine white Gerbera daisies whose broad petals form luminous discs around deep brown centres, bringing a serene, uplifting presence to the design. Nestled among them are clusters of soft pink carnations: their frilly, layered petals create a frothy, romantic texture that balances the gerberas' graphic clarity. Interspersed throughout are small white and pale yellow daisy-like blooms-likely spray chrysanthemums or asters-that provide a soft, abundant filler and a cottage-garden fullness. Delicate, star-like blue-lilac accent flowers peek through the greenery, giving a subtle cool counterpoint and a whisper of fragrance. The foliage palette is considered and varied: rounded eucalyptus leaves with silvery undersides add a modern, calming tone and a faint aromatic note; darker glossy ruscus cascades from the left to form a gentle, graceful sweep; additional fresh green leaves provide depth and support. All blooms are gathered into a natural, handwoven light-brown wicker basket with a curved handle that frames the arrangement, its rustic texture suggesting artisan craftsmanship. The bright, even studio light highlights petal edges and leaf veins, making textures readable and the overall mood open and hopeful. As a local florist who arranges for deliveries across Reading-from Forbury Gardens to Caversham meadows-I imagine this basket quietly comforting a bedside, welcoming a new home guest, or offering a dignified sympathy sentiment. For those seeking a thoughtful, local touch, this neutral-pastel design conveys purity, warmth and considered care.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Overhead, this Florist Choice Basket unfolds as a tactile landscape of pink, cream, and green, crafted by a Reading florist with a quiet passion for detail. The arrangement rests in a pale, sturdy white woven basket, its handle softly curved among the blossoms. The mood is festive yet refined: deep fuchsias anchor the composition, while soft pinks and creams drift through the bouquet like a sunset over the River Kennet. Hot pink peonies surge with ruffled drama; white ranunculus coil into perfect spirals; pale pink hydrangeas billow softly; blush and cream roses weave romance into the design; and white anemones with dark centers provide crisp focal points. The greenery-eucalyptus and slender fillers-threads through to add depth and a woodland breath. A central white square overlay carries Florist Choice Basket in graceful script and the price ?60 in bold sans-serif, signaling a premium gift. Bright, natural light clarifies every petal edge and the basket's grain, underscoring the craft behind a ready-to-deliver bouquet. This arrangement suits Reading occasions from a birthday at The Oracle to an intimate anniversary by Caversham, or a thoughtful gesture for someone in Tilehurst. The florist's promise-freshness, careful selection, and dependable delivery across Reading-complements the bouquet's generous scale and elegant balance, inviting recipients to linger with the scent and sight of flowers that feel both contemporary and timeless.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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This image shows a tender and elegant funeral flower arrangement, the kind of thoughtful tribute a family in Reading might choose to honour a loved one. It is presented in a light, off-white woven basket with a strong, curved handle that arches protectively over the blooms, all set against a clean white background that gives the scene a peaceful, timeless quality. In the centre, a single creamy white rose opens in smooth, concentric curls, its soft texture and subtle ivory shade evoking innocence, reverence, and enduring love. Flanking this rose are two rich purple calla lilies, their long, sculpted trumpets folding inward in graceful curves, the deep colour adding a dignified, almost ceremonial feel. Among them, small clematis-like flowers in pale lavender and lilac are scattered with care, their star-shaped petals and yellow centres adding a whisper of lightness and the feeling of a gentle spring breeze. Bright touches of yellow and white trumpet-shaped blossoms, reminiscent of alstroemeria or freesia, provide delicate highlights and texture, bringing an understated brightness that reflects treasured memories. Toward the right-hand side, a single magenta gerbera-style bloom, bold and daisy-like, peeks out with a halo of narrow petals, introducing a tender spark of vivid colour that suggests the vibrancy of the life being remembered. All of these flowers are nestled into a full bed of greenery, from broad, glossy leaves that catch the light to lighter green sprigs that fill and soften the edges. A soft shadow below the basket anchors it within the frame, enhancing the sense of still, reflective space, much like the quiet atmosphere of a Reading chapel or crematorium during a farewell service.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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This image shows a beautifully composed sympathy flower basket, the kind a skilled Reading florist at Flowers Reading might prepare for a memorial service or quiet family farewell. The basket itself is light in colour, crafted from woven wicker and finished in a soft cream or beige that blends easily into any setting. A curved handle in the same tone rises over the centre, framing a generous dome of flowers that overflows almost to the basket's edge. At the heart of the display are several large, full-bloomed roses in shades of white and gentle cream, their velvety petals opened wide, symbolising grace, purity, and cherished memories. Among them, star-shaped clematis blossoms in pale lavender and soft periwinkle are dotted carefully, each with a striking yellow-green centre that brings a hint of brightness without disturbing the calm mood. Around and between these focal blooms, smaller white and pale yellow flowers, similar to freesia and alstroemeria, add lightness and detail; some have ruffled petals, others are more slender, and a few are still in bud, suggesting the continuity of life and love. The palette of whites, creams, lemony yellows, and cool lilacs feels fresh and luminous, like soft daylight over the Thames. Dark green foliage fills in the spaces, with glossy broad leaves and finer sprigs providing contrast and structure, enhancing the flowers' pastel tones. Set against a plain white background, the arrangement stands out as a gentle, dignified tribute, suitable for delivery across Reading, whether to a funeral service in Caversham, a chapel near the town centre, or directly to a grieving family's home as a tangible, comforting expression of support.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This image captures a serene sympathy flower basket, crafted with the kind of calm precision you might expect from a seasoned Reading florist who understands the emotions of a farewell. A low, oval basket made from smooth, pale wooden slats forms the base, resting lightly on four small feet that lift it delicately from the surface. An arched handle in the same muted, natural tone rises over the flowers, framing the arrangement without overshadowing it. Within the basket, a full, rounded mound of blooms unfolds: creamy white roses, deep red carnations, and soft pink and bi-coloured carnations nestle closely together, supported by a bed of vivid greenery. The white roses, fully open and velvety, spiral outward from their centres, embodying purity, respect, and lasting love. In contrast, the deep red carnations contribute a solemn richness, their ruffled petals creating layers of texture that draw the eye. Softer carnations, tinged with pink and edged in red or deeper blush, weave through the design, easing the contrast and offering a sense of comfort and gentle warmth. Between the larger blooms, smaller white flowers-likely fragrant freesias-appear on slender stems, their bell-shaped petals and tight buds suggesting delicacy and renewal. The flowers are cradled by a generous collar of deep green foliage, perhaps ruscus or salal, with feathery, fern-like sprigs lifting lightly above, giving the piece a graceful, airy finish. Set against a pristine white backdrop, every colour and contour stands out clearly. This arrangement feels perfectly suited to a funeral or memorial service in Reading, perhaps adorning a service in Caversham, near Prospect Park, or at a quiet chapel on the outskirts of town, where its soft, dignified beauty can offer solace and a tangible expression of sympathy.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Presented on a clean white field with a delicate shadow that defines its rounded silhouette, this densely gathered bouquet celebrates contrast and harmony in every petal. A chorus of garden roses - pale pink, soft peach and warm butter-yellow - forms the romantic heart, their layered centers suggesting the slow, satisfying opening of a summer garden. Scattered among them, pale violet clematis stars unfurl with a countryside ease, their pale yellow centers providing tiny focal points that lift the arrangement. Bold, spiky blue Eryngium (sea holly) introduces a tactile, almost architectural note, its steely-blue heads giving a contemporary edge against the roses' softness. Rich purple lisianthus threads through the mix, some tightly furled, others gently opening, while bright red hypericum berries offer playful, shiny pops of colour and rhythmic punctuation. The greens are intentional and varied: glossy broad leaves for weight, delicate ferny sprigs for depth, and dusky burgundy fillers that peek through like shadows. In soft morning light the bouquet suggests scent as much as sight - a faint, sweet perfume with an earthy, rain-washed freshness. Crafted with local sensibility for Reading homes and occasions, this arrangement is the kind of piece Flowers Reading would prepare for a celebratory table at The Oracle or a thoughtful gift to send to someone recovering near Reading Station, carrying both visual refinement and heartfelt warmth.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Seen from directly overhead against a clean white background, this meticulously formed round bouquet presents a refined study in white and cream tones that reads like a calm morning in the town. Large white oriental lilies take centre stage, their trumpet-shaped petals and pale green-yellow stamens creating a sculptural focal point that draws the eye inward. Among them, creamy ivory roses remain mostly in tight bud or partial bloom, their dense, velvety layers adding warmth and a soft tactile contrast to the lilies' broad, luminous petals. Tiny puffed clusters of white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) drift through the arrangement like a gentle mist, filling gaps and softening transitions between larger blooms. A few glossy green leaves are visible around the perimeter, offering a crisp colour punctuation that keeps the overall look fresh and lifted. The light is soft and neutral, revealing subtle textures-the satiny sheen on the lilies, the fine veining on rose petals, the fragile spray of gypsophila-while maintaining a serene, almost ceremonial mood. This is a bouquet I would prepare for a wedding at Forbury Gardens or a small chapel near Broad Street, and it travels well for delicate deliveries across Reading and Caversham. Crafted with attention to balance and scent, it radiates purity and quiet celebration; available through Flowers Reading for occasions where understated elegance and thoughtful floral technique matter most.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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Photographed from a slightly elevated, overhead angle against a spotless white background, this sumptuous bouquet appears as a perfect, rounded mound of blooms, full and generously arranged. Dominating the composition are elegant white lilies, their trumpet-shaped blossoms unfolding in smooth, graceful arcs that reveal soft green centers and prominent stamens brushed with golden pollen. A few buds remain firmly closed and bright green, adding height and a sense of freshness, like stems that have just arrived from a Reading flower market on a cool morning. Tucked tightly among these lilies are roses in gentle shades of blush pink and creamy ivory, their velvety petals spiralling inward into classic, romantic rosettes. Some roses are wide open, revealing intricate layers, while others sit in semi-open or bud form, creating visual rhythm and depth. Interspersed to dramatic effect are several deep pink or fuchsia Oriental lilies, akin to Stargazer varieties, their bold magenta petals dusted with darker speckles and framing luminous yellow anthers. These striking blooms appear almost like bursts of colour echoing the lively atmosphere of Reading town centre on a busy Saturday. Threaded throughout the bouquet are fine sprays of white baby's breath, their tiny, cloud-like blossoms softening the interplay of pinks and whites and filling any small spaces with airy lightness. Subtle slivers of green foliage peek from between the blossoms, lending a natural foundation and a refreshing hint of garden life. Bathed in bright, even lighting, every petal, bud, and speckled detail emerges clearly, creating an impression of freshly arranged, hand-crafted beauty. This bouquet feels ideal for heartfelt occasions across Reading-whether celebrating a milestone birthday in Tilehurst, sending love to a partner in Earley, or marking an anniversary dinner at home-radiating tenderness, celebration, and timeless romance.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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Arranged with the quiet confidence of an experienced Reading florist, this domed bouquet balances soft pink and crisp white in a compact, cushion-like shape that suits both solemn and celebratory moments. The dominant element is a collection of classic pink roses: some fully open with layered, velvety petals that invite touch, others smaller spray roses that create depth and gentle tonal shifts from blush to a warmer coral-pink. Scattered between them are pristine white freesias - a mix of open, trumpet-like blooms exposing pale yellow stamens and slender, unopened buds that promise continued freshness. The foliage underpins the composition with glossy, dark-green leaves (reminiscent of salal or ruscus) and striking variegated leaves with cream margins, likely pittosporum, which lift the palette and add a crisp edge to the softness of the blooms. Set against a white background, the arrangement casts a soft shadow and reads as both intimate and formal; no stems are visible, giving it a polished, finished look. In the gentle daylight you can almost sense the textures: velvety rose petals, the slightly waxy freesias, and the resilient sheen of the greens. This is the kind of arrangement we prepare for moments of remembrance around Reading - for services near the Abbey ruins, quiet commemorations by the Thames, or as a considered sympathy delivery to homes or chapels. Prepared by Flowers Reading with local care, it conveys tenderness, calm, and enduring respect without excess.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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