Eltham Baskets & Posies – Handcrafted by Your Local Florist

Welcome to Eltham Flowers, your trusted local florist for exquisite flower baskets and delicate posies, handcrafted right here in Eltham. Drawing on years of floral expertise and a deep love for our community, we offer fresh, thoughtful arrangements to suit every occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special day, sending heartfelt wishes, or simply brightening your home near Eltham Palace, along Well Hall Road, or by Severndroog Castle, we’re the florist Eltham trusts for quality and care.

Our seasonal bouquets and elegant posies are lovingly arranged by local florists who understand the unique tastes of our neighbourhood. We’re proud to offer same-day delivery throughout Eltham and nearby areas like Mottingham and New Eltham – simply order online before 3 PM and enjoy flowers delivered with skill and genuine warmth.

  • Same-day flower delivery in Eltham, Mottingham & New Eltham
  • Arrangements inspired by local charm and expertise
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As passionate florists rooted in Eltham, we use only the freshest blooms and put our customers at the heart of every bouquet. Trust Eltham Flowers for your next order – because every occasion deserves local expertise and a personal touch.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A carefully balanced basket arrangement in pale, natural wicker, shown against a pure white background, that reads as both joyful and quietly refined. The visual anchor is a cluster of immaculate white Gerbera daisies - generous, round blooms with smooth petals that radiate outward from striking dark brown to nearly black centres - creating immediate focal points of clarity and cheer. Nestled among them are soft pink carnations, their tightly ruffled petals forming gentle mounds of pastel texture that soften the composition and lend a romantic, familiar scent. Interspersed throughout are small, daisy-like spray flowers in white and light lemon tones, likely chrysanthemums, which add a saturated fullness and a delicate, pillowy contrast to the larger blooms. Little sprigs of pale blue or violet star-shaped flowers provide cool punctuation, their modest size adding depth and a spirited, hopeful accent. The foliage is generous and varied: round, silvery eucalyptus leaves introduce a modern, slightly aromatic freshness, while glossy ruscus leaves trail to the left in an artful cascade that suggests casual abundance. The weave of the basket - tight, light timber strips with a smooth curved handle - gives a handcrafted, comforting frame to the organic shapes within. Bright, even lighting highlights the tactile differences between satiny Gerbera petals and the carnation's papery frills and catches the soft sheen of the eucalyptus. As a local florist familiar with Eltham High Street trade and deliveries around Well Hall Road and Shooters Hill, Eltham Flowers often composes arrangements like this for sympathy, get-well wishes, or understated congratulations - a bouquet that feels reassuring, fresh, and quietly elegant.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Elegantly captured in this overhead view, the Florist Choice Basket presents a premium, ready-to-gift arrangement that speaks of celebration and care. The white woven basket forms a quiet, rustic stage for an abundant collection of blooms: large hot pink peonies, their ruffled petals opening like velvet lips; white ranunculus with precise, tucked-in layers; fluffy pale pink hydrangeas that add volume; and a cluster of blush and cream roses, complemented by white anemones with dramatic dark centers. Interspersed through the bouquet are smaller white fillers and sprays of eucalyptus, lending breath and texture to the composition. The overall mood is lush, romantic, and refined, suitable for anniversaries, weddings, or heartfelt congratulations. The image highlights a central white square overlay that bears the inscription Florist Choice Basket in a graceful script, with the price '?60' displayed below in a bold sans-serif font. The effect emphasizes a curated gift that balances artistry with value, a signature offering from a trusted local florist. The scene suggests freshness and expert handling, qualities customers rely on for special occasions in Eltham, Kidbrooke, and surrounding districts. The basket's light-colored weave and the visible, gently curved handle contribute to a natural, artisanal vibe that suggests both charm and practicality, including easy doorstep delivery. This artwork of floristry conveys ease of gifting-same-day delivery across Eltham and nearby SE London, dependable service, and a bouquet that promises to brighten a room, a table, and a moment. The combination of colors, textures, and layout reflects a confident hand and a local eye for seasonal grace, making it an ideal choice for thoughtful gifts or personal indulgence.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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This image presents a thoughtfully crafted sympathy flower basket, positioned on a smooth surface against a pure white background so every stem is clearly visible. The container is a light, woven basket with a smooth, curved handle, its neutral off-white shade allowing the colours of the flowers to stand out. The arrangement is rounded and lush, overflowing with blooms and greenery that conceal the rim and suggest abundance, like a small, contained garden prepared by an experienced Eltham florist. At its heart lies a large, creamy white rose, its petals tightly swirled into a perfect rosette, radiating a gentle sense of purity and calm. Just alongside, two deep purple calla lilies rise upwards, their sculptural, trumpet-shaped forms and velvety sheen adding an elegant, contemporary edge that many families choose for modern memorial services. Scattered artfully throughout are delicate clematis-like flowers in pale lavender and soft lilac, each with a hint of yellow at the centre that brings subtle warmth to the cool purple tones. Between these, small clusters of yellow and white, bell-shaped blooms-reminiscent of alstroemeria or freesia-offer pockets of brightness, enhancing both movement and texture. On the right, a single fuchsia-magenta gerbera daisy draws the eye, its circular ring of petals standing out like a unique tribute within a shared remembrance. All of the flowers are anchored in a bed of rich green foliage, a mixture of broad, glossy leaves and finer, lighter sprigs that spill slightly over the basket's edge, providing depth and a sense of natural fullness. The overall mood is one of quiet beauty and heartfelt condolence, suitable for expressing sympathy to loved ones in Eltham, whether delivered to a home, funeral parlour, or place of worship.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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A refined sympathy flower basket is pictured here in a softly lit studio, with a clean white backdrop that sets off the arrangement's gentle colours. The basket itself is made from pale wicker, woven tightly with a neat, slightly oval form and a tall matching handle that arches gracefully above the blossoms. The floral design is full and balanced, dominated by large, creamy white roses whose layered petals open generously, creating a sense of softness and calm. Around and between the roses, clusters of small pale yellow and white blooms, similar to freesia, add texture and movement, some standing proud and others still in bud to suggest ongoing life and remembrance. Scattered thoughtfully throughout the composition are star-shaped clematis flowers in delicate lavender and periwinkle tones, each one centred with a bright yellow-green eye that subtly brightens the arrangement without disturbing its serenity. The flowers rise from an abundance of dark and mid-green foliage, with broad, glossy leaves forming a rich backdrop, slender stems curling gently outward, and finer sprigs filling any gaps so that the design looks naturally abundant. The effect is peaceful and contemplative, as though the basket has been prepared for a quiet farewell gathering. It is easy to imagine this piece being delivered by Eltham Flowers to a family home near Eltham Palace or a local chapel, where it would rest as a thoughtful tribute. The combination of soft pastel tones, fresh greenery, and the organic weave of the basket conveys heartfelt condolence, making it an appropriate choice for funerals, memorial services, or sending a message of support during a difficult time.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This photograph shows a graceful funeral flower basket, set against a pure white background that emphasises its soft colours and rounded form. The container is a shallow, oval basket made from pale, almost creamy wood, its neat slats and subtle feet giving it a polished yet natural look. An arched handle rises from one side to the other, framing the arrangement like a gentle curve of protection, the sort of detail you might notice in a thoughtfully prepared tribute at an Eltham memorial service. From the centre of the basket, a generous dome of flowers appears to bloom outward, with blooms packed closely together to form a seamless carpet of petals. Several creamy white roses, fully open and velvety, sit prominently among the other flowers, their spiralled centres and softly cupped outer petals evoking innocence, peace, and remembrance. Around and between them, rich red carnations form plush, ruffled clusters, their deep hue bringing warmth and emotional depth to the piece. These are joined by softer pink carnations and a few bi-coloured blooms, where white petals are delicately washed or edged in red, creating a gentle gradient of colour from ivory through blush to crimson. Smaller white flowers, reminiscent of freesias, appear in loose sprays, their slim stems and bell-shaped florets adding a sense of delicacy and light. A generous collar of greenery - broad dark leaves providing weight, paired with fine, feathery sprigs that flicker at the edges - supports and frames the blooms. The result is a harmonious, classic red and white sympathy arrangement, ideal for placing near a coffin, at the front of a chapel, or sending to grieving relatives around Eltham as a thoughtful expression of support and condolence.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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This photograph shows a beautifully rounded bouquet, floating against a crisp white background that highlights every nuance of colour and texture, much like a floral centerpiece laid out in an airy Eltham living room. The bouquet is densely constructed into a dome, giving the impression of generous fullness and considered design. Garden roses in shades of blush pink, buttery yellow, and soft peach provide the main structure, their petals arranged in lush spirals. Some roses appear fully open, revealing their detailed centers, while others are in earlier stages of bloom, contributing a sense of movement and freshness. Threaded among these romantic roses are star-shaped clematis blossoms, in white and pale lavender tones, each one framing a yellow or white center that glows gently against the softer hues. Punctuating the arrangement are distinctive blue eryngium, or sea holly, whose spiky, metallic blue-grey heads add a bold, modern texture, suggesting the wild contrast you might see in planting around Avery Hill Park. Nestled closer to the heart of the bouquet, deep purple lisianthus flowers in both bud and bloom add velvety depth and a slightly ruffled silhouette. Bright red hypericum berries are scattered throughout, their smooth, rounded shapes and glossy finish lending playful bursts of colour and form. All of this is supported by a varied bed of foliage: broad, shining leaves, feathery greens that lend softness, and a few stems of darker, burgundy-tinged foliage that enhance the sense of dimension. The overall mood is one of joyful elegance and thoughtful artistry, perfectly suited for marking special milestones, welcoming a new baby, or sending warm wishes across Eltham and nearby neighbourhoods through a carefully arranged floral gift.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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From the vantage of a careful top-down framing, this impeccably rounded bouquet presents an orchestration of white and cream blooms that reads like a quiet promise. Large white oriental lilies dominate the arrangement, their trumpet-shaped petals unfurling to reveal subtle greenish-yellow stamens and a depth at each blossom's centre that gives the bouquet a sculptural rhythm. Intermingled are velvety cream and ivory roses, many held as compact buds or only partially opened so their concentric layers appear almost powder-soft beneath the lilies. Delicate sprays of white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) are woven through the composition, introducing an airy, almost ephemeral texture that fills gaps and creates a soft halo around the main flowers. Small, bright green leaves emerge around the edges, lending a fresh counterpoint that frames the circular form and keeps the overall tone luminous rather than monotonous. The soft studio light renders the whites with a warm subtlety, suggesting a quiet morning at home or a gentle ceremony at a local venue. Sensory details matter: the lilies contribute a sweet, lingering scent while the roses add a deeper, honeyed note; Baby's Breath offers a whisper of meadow-like freshness beneath. Suitable for a bride seeking classic purity, a tasteful centerpiece for a formal dinner near Eltham High Street, or a thoughtful gift of sympathy, this bouquet demonstrates considered craftsmanship and balance. Prepared by Eltham Flowers for deliveries across the SE9 area, it speaks to timeless elegance and the calm confidence of a neighbourhood florist who knows local weddings and commemorations intimately.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A lavish, hand-tied bouquet of lilies and roses is captured against a pure white background, its rounded shape and intricate layers of flowers recalling the work of an experienced local florist preparing a special delivery in Eltham. At the centre, several large white lilies open with graceful poise, their trumpet-shaped petals arching outward and revealing delicate green centres and softly glowing yellow stamens. Nestled around these focal blooms is a generous scattering of roses in blush pink and creamy ivory tones, each one at a slightly different stage of opening: some are tight buds with smooth, spiralled petals, while others are fully open, their velvety layers folding back to reveal lush, romantic hearts. To add drama and intensity, deep fuchsia or magenta Oriental lilies are artfully placed through the design, their bold petals flecked with darker speckles, reminiscent of the vibrant floral borders seen in nearby Eltham Palace gardens. Between the larger flowers, tiny white baby's breath blossoms stretch out on fine stems, creating soft, cloud-like pockets that lend lightness and texture, gently diffusing the strong colours of the lilies and the rounded forms of the roses. Occasional glimpses of fresh green foliage frame the blossoms, suggesting their garden origins without overwhelming the soft colour palette. The lighting is bright and even, with minimal shadows, allowing the clean whites and varied pinks to stand out clearly. The bouquet appears freshly arranged and full of life, perfect for expressing heartfelt emotion-be it a wedding celebration in SE9, an anniversary surprise for a loved one in Mottingham, or a thoughtful gesture of affection sent across Eltham with same-day flower delivery.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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I picture this compact, rounded arrangement as a soft morning in an Eltham garden: pink roses in varying stages of bloom create a gentle chorus of color, from deeper salmon centers to pale blush outer petals, each rose a tactile, almost papery swirl. Interwoven among them, white freesia lend a crisp counterpoint - slender, bell-shaped flowers that sometimes reveal a pale yellow stamen and other times remain as neat, promising buds. The greens underpinning the florals are intentionally varied: substantial dark leaves (think salal or ruscus) that provide structure, alongside variegated foliage with creamy margins that brighten the ensemble and catch the light. The piece is densely packed, made to appear lush and uninterrupted, with the flowers forming a smooth, domed surface and no visible stems interrupting the view. Natural daylight in the photo emphasizes petal translucence and the subtle shadow between blooms, while suggesting a delicate scent of rose and freesia when brought close. As a local Eltham arrangement, it feels appropriate for quiet celebrations - a newborn's first days, a small birthday, or a gentle get-well wish sent from a neighbour off Well Hall Road - yet its restrained palette and refined form also make it suitable for memorial use. The craftsmanship is attentive and skilled: petals are positioned to create depth, whites contrast cleanly with pinks, and the greens offer a restful backdrop that soothes rather than competes. This is a bouquet that speaks in soft tones: comfort, tenderness, and considered care from a florist who knows the neighbourhood.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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