New Eltham Baskets & Posies

At Flowers New Eltham, our hand-crafted basket arrangements and delicate posies are created fresh each day in the heart of New Eltham, just a stroll from New Eltham Station and close to Footscray Road and Avery Hill Park. As an experienced local florist, we specialise in thoughtful designs that feel personal, whether you're thanking someone special, welcoming a new baby or remembering a loved one.

Every one of our basket arrangements and posies is carefully arranged by our skilled team using seasonal flowers sourced from trusted growers. You can order online for convenient same-day delivery in New Eltham and surrounding areas, including:

  • Eltham
  • Mottingham
  • Sidcup

Place your order before 3 PM for reliable same-day delivery to homes, offices, churches and funeral directors across SE9. We know the local venues and streets well, so your bouquets, baskets or posies arrive in perfect condition and at just the right moment.

Whether you prefer soft, classic pastels or a brighter, modern style, we'll help you choose flowers that truly reflect your message. Order online today or pop in to see us in New Eltham - our friendly team is always happy to share expert advice on care, colour choices and the most suitable designs for every occasion.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A meticulously composed basket of fresh flowers, pictured against a bright white backdrop, that balances crisp whites, soft blush tones and verdant foliage with the assured touch of an experienced florist. At the heart of the arrangement several immaculate white Gerbera daisies stand proud, their broad petals framing deep brown to nearly black discs that anchor the eye. Surrounding them, clusters of light-pink carnations provide a frothy, romantic mass of ruffled texture, while numerous small white and pale yellow daisy-like blooms-likely spray chrysanthemums or asters-fill the composition with an abundant, airy softness. Scattered through the bouquet are tiny star-like blue-lilac accents that bring subtle contrast and a cool, delicate note. The foliage is deliberately varied: rounded, silvery eucalyptus leaves lend a mellow fragrance and contemporary tone, while darker, glossy ruscus branches extend from the left side in an elegant trailing sweep. All of this is set in a rustic, pale wooden woven basket with a curved brown handle that frames the flowers and gives the piece a handcrafted, neighbourhood feel. The lighting is bright and evenly diffused, highlighting petal textures, leaf veins and the weave of the basket, so each element reads clearly. As a local florist in New Eltham I present this arrangement-Flowers New Eltham recognises how such a palette can suit many occasions: a sincere apology, a tender get-well wish, or a composed sympathy tribute; its tone is quietly uplifting without being loud, an offering of calm and care for the surrounding community around Avery Hill and Well Hall Road. There is a simplicity here that feels honest and familiar, the kind of basket chosen by neighbours and families who appreciate gentle beauty and considered workmanship.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Elegantly, this Florist Choice Basket unfolds in a sunlit corner of New Eltham, the arrangement a celebration of pinks, whites, and greens. Pale pink hydrangeas cushion the heart, while hot pink peonies and blush roses rise in layered waves, and white ranunculus push delicate spirals toward the light. White anemones with inky centers punctuate the palette, their edges catching the soft glow of the morning. Faint touches of peach amaryllis or trumpet-shaped blooms peek through, adding warmth and texture to the bouquet. Eucalyptus sprays drift among the blooms, and wisps of filler flowers add air and depth, like a garden carried indoors. The flowers sit snugly in a sturdy light woven basket, with a handle partially visible, giving a rustic-elegant frame to the richness within. At the center, a clean white square overlay displays Florist Choice Basket in graceful script, with the price ?60 rendered in bold, modern type beneath. This image speaks to the joy of gifting and the art of curation, perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or a surprise delivery to a friend in New Eltham. Our team at Flowers New Eltham prides itself on seasonal care, meticulous selection, and dependable freshness, ensuring that what you see is what arrives. Delivered with care, the bouquet brings a moment of celebration to living rooms and workspaces across New Eltham and nearby areas, offered with the convenience of same-day delivery where available.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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In this carefully composed studio image, a light cream or white woven basket with a sturdy, curved handle over the top cradles a full, rounded display of fresh funeral flowers. The arrangement is built around a single, prominent creamy white rose at the heart, its velvety petals forming a classic spiral that feels both serene and timeless. Framing this rose are two rich, deep purple calla lilies, their sculptural, trumpet-shaped spathes curling inward with a subtle sheen, lending a refined, almost ceremonial elegance. Scattered throughout are small clusters of bright yellow blooms, similar to alstroemeria or freesia, whose starry, bell-like flowers introduce warmth and gentle optimism. Pale lavender and lilac clematis flowers, with their fine, pointed petals and tiny yellow eyes, are threaded between the other blossoms, softening the design and echoing the delicate tones you might notice in spring borders along the streets near New Eltham station. A single magenta gerbera daisy on the right edge, its petals arranged in a perfect circle, adds a note of heartfelt emotion, like a personal touch from a loved one. Lush green foliage is layered beneath and around the flowers, combining broad, glossy leaves with lighter, feathery stems to create a rich, verdant cushion. The whole basket rests on a plain white surface, with a gentle, natural shadow grounding it and giving depth to the photograph. The calm palette of cream, purple, yellow, and green conveys quiet sympathy and remembrance, making this design a gentle way to express condolences or celebrate a life at a New Eltham funeral service or memorial gathering.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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A light, natural wicker basket is presented on a pure white background, holding a carefully composed funeral arrangement that feels both gentle and reassuring. The basket itself is a pale cream-beige, with a neat weave and a sturdy matching handle that rises in a soft arch, echoing the curve of the flowers below. Inside, the design centres on large, fully opened ivory and creamy white roses, their petals unfurling like soft fabric, each bloom crafted into place so that no stem feels out of balance. Around these, delicate sprays of pale yellow freesia-style flowers weave a thread of subtle sunshine, their slender buds and open trumpets adding a light, sweet scent you can almost imagine breathing in on a quiet walk through New Eltham's tree-lined streets. Scattered among the softer shapes are distinctive star-shaped clematis flowers, shaded in whispery lavender and cool lilac, with vivid yellow-green centres that draw the eye without disturbing the calm mood. Rich, glossy greens form a structured base and backdrop, with broad leaves providing depth and smaller sprigs creating a soft, feathered edge to the basket. The florist's hand is evident in the rounded, full silhouette, which feels steady and reassuring, suitable for placing beside a framed photograph or at a crematorium chapel near New Eltham. The colour palette of creams, whites, pale yellows, and gentle lavender suggests peace and remembrance, making this arrangement a fitting way to express sympathy, offer quiet support to grieving families, or send a message of dignified farewell for a funeral or memorial service.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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A softly lit funeral flower basket rests against a clean white backdrop, its natural wooden tones and gentle colours capturing a mood of calm remembrance. The basket itself is crafted from pale wood slats, subtly curved into an oval shape and raised on four discreet feet, with a sturdy, arched handle that frames the flowers without overwhelming them. Inside, the arrangement forms a rounded, almost cloud-like dome of blooms, carefully massed so that no gaps show, yet each flower still has room to breathe. Creamy white roses open fully at the centre, their layered petals smooth and tranquil, like a quiet farewell. Around them, deep red carnations cluster closely, their frilled petals creating rich texture and a sense of heartfelt emotion. A few paler pink and bi-coloured carnations soften the contrast, their white petals tipped or streaked with rose-red tones that feel gentle and personal, as if chosen with particular care for a loved one. Slender white blossoms, reminiscent of freesias, are threaded among the larger blooms, their daintier bells and buds adding movement and a hint of lightness. Supporting it all, glossy dark green foliage forms a deep, reassuring base, while fine, fern-like sprigs rise here and there, adding a soft, feathery outline. This composition feels appropriate for a memorial or funeral in New Eltham, perhaps for a service near Eltham Crematorium or a farewell gathering in a quiet home off Green Lane. It is the kind of thoughtful tribute a local florist would prepare to bring comfort to grieving families, offering a serene, dignified expression of sympathy through classic red and white flowers.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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A round, abundantly layered bouquet is pictured against a crisp white backdrop, every bloom and leaf clearly defined, as if just prepared for delivery to a home off Footscray Road in New Eltham. The composition forms a gentle dome, built around luxurious garden roses in shades of pale pink, warm yellow, and creamy peach, their petals curling in soft spirals that speak of classic romance. Between the roses, delicate clematis flowers in white and pale lilac stretch out their narrow petals, each blossom centred with a tiny burst of yellow that catches the light and brings a garden-inspired looseness to the design. Blue eryngium, or sea holly, punctuates the bouquet with strong, spiky textures and metallic blue-grey tones, giving the arrangement a modern edge and visual structure. Threads of rich purple lisianthus weave through the piece, some flowers just beginning to unfurl from tight buds, others showing their layered, ruffled centres, adding a sense of movement and quiet drama. Bright red hypericum berries nestle between petals and foliage, their smooth, rounded forms standing out like tiny drops of colour. Surrounding all of this is an abundance of greenery: glossy leaves providing a solid base, fine, airy foliage softening the outlines, and subtle hints of deeper, almost burgundy foliage adding shadow and depth. The bouquet feels like a curated snapshot of an English garden, crafted with the skill of a local florist who understands New Eltham's taste for both elegance and natural charm, ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or to bring a touch of refined cheer to a living room or office.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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From an overhead view the arrangement reads like a white-on-white painting: expansive white oriental lilies with broad, flaring petals and pale green stamens form bold focal points, while clusters of creamy ivory roses - many kept as tight buds or just beginning to open - provide a softer, layered texture that invites close inspection. Tiny, lace-like sprays of Gypsophila nestle between blooms, their delicate points catching the light and giving the bouquet an airy, clouded halo. A few glossy green leaves are tucked around the circumference, their freshness accentuating the cool whites and warm creams and framing the round silhouette with subtle contrast. The light here is soft and natural, revealing the slight green or purple tones at some lily centres and the velvety sheen of each rose petal. One can almost sense the combined fragrance: the sweet, waxy lift of lilies softened by the honeyed depth of roses. Crafted with careful layering and balance, this bouquet is the sort of classic choice for a wedding, christening, or an elegant sympathy arrangement, and is offered for local delivery across New Eltham and neighbouring Sidcup - prepared in the same spirit of care that Flowers New Eltham brings to orders destined for Eltham Park and nearby streets. It reads as both refined and reassuring, a floral expression of purity, new beginnings and heartfelt condolence.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A sumptuous, dome-shaped bouquet fills the frame, photographed against a clean white background so that every nuance of petal, stem, and colour can be felt through description. Generous white lilies open widely at the centre, their trumpet-like blooms edged with soft curves, some fully unfurled, others still in elongated green buds that hint at days of beauty to come. Nestled intimately around them, pastel pink roses and creamy white roses cluster together, their velvety petals layered in spirals that invite the fingertips, suggesting tenderness and devotion. Deep within the arrangement, vivid fuchsia Oriental lilies, similar to classic Stargazers, declare themselves with dramatic, dark-pink petals sprinkled with tiny burgundy speckles and framed with lighter margins, drawing the eye like a jewel in the middle of a New Eltham shop display. Fine sprays of white baby's breath drift through the bouquet, tiny blossoms creating a halo-like softness that lightens the dense mass of larger blooms. Subtle green foliage and the occasional glimpse of a sturdy stem provide contrast, grounding the arrangement and keeping its rounded silhouette neat and intentional. The overall impression is one of elegant abundance, as if this bouquet were carefully prepared for a milestone birthday celebration or an intimate anniversary dinner near Avery Hill. In the bright, neutral lighting, the whites glow, the pinks appear warm and affectionate, and the entire design feels freshly arranged, ready to be delivered across New Eltham as a radiant expression of love, gratitude, or congratulations.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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I picture an early-morning garden in New Eltham when I look at this compact, domed bouquet of pale pink roses and crisp white freesia set against a clean white backdrop. The composition feels intimate and deliberate: generous, fully opened pink roses provide a soft, velvety focal point with petals curling in layered swirls, while clusters of lighter spray roses nestle between them to create gentle tonal shifts. White freesias thread upward through the massed roses, their slim stems and bell-shaped blooms adding vertical punctuation and a delicate fragrance that suggests green leaves and citrus blossom. Variegated foliage with creamy margins and deeper, glossy greens cradle the blooms and push the softer hues forward, giving the piece a natural frame without any visible stems. The arrangement's dense, cushion-like silhouette casts a slight, soft shadow on the surface, enhancing its three-dimensional quality under gentle studio light. Texturally, the mix of large, velvety petals against the taut, tubular freesia buds creates a reassuring balance - plush yet refined - and the unopened freesia and spray rose buds promise continued freshness. This bouquet reads as both celebratory and consoling; it's a fitting choice for a quiet birthday morning, a new baby welcome, or a dignified sympathy tribute delivered to local venues near Avery Hill Park, New Eltham station, or a bedside at a nearby home. The overall impression is one of thoughtful restraint and professional floral craftsmanship.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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