A Guide to Sending Sympathy Flowers to Buddhist vs. Christian Funerals

Buddhist funerals in Hong Kong favor calm, minimalist designs. Stick to White Flowers, Tabletop Bonsais, or Artistic Bonsai pieces. For Christian services, you may include Pink Flowers or Red Flowers as a celebration of life.

Avoid religious imagery unless you’re certain it aligns with the family’s beliefs. Add Grief Gift Baskets, or Anniversary Gifting items if you’re close to the family.

For appropriate flower etiquette, Petal & Poem offers guidance and delivery options across Hong Kong.

In Buddhist temples like Chi Lin Nunnery or Po Lin Monastery, you’ll often see simple lotus arrangements or serene orchid sprays. These reflect the Buddhist path to enlightenment and detachment from material desires.

Christian services, often held at St. John’s Cathedral or local chapels, might welcome brighter hues and more elaborate Wedding and Reception Decorations repurposed into memorial setups. Ask your florist about adapting Fresh Flower Wedding Setups into funeral pieces.

Tourists can also explore floral museums or exhibitions at Hong Kong Park’s Forsgate Conservatory, which occasionally highlights the cultural use of flowers in both Western and Eastern faiths. It’s an enlightening way to deepen your appreciation for funeral floristry.

If you’re invited to attend a local service, always check the venue dress code and floral customs in advance. Carrying the right flowers with confidence not only honors the deceased but shows heartfelt engagement with Hong Kong’s spiritual traditions.