Baskets & Posies by Florist Merton: Local Magnificence, Delivered Fast

At Florist Merton, creating beautiful baskets and posy arrangements is our passion. As your trusted florist in Merton, we’re dedicated to serving our neighbours throughout Wimbledon, Morden, and Raynes Park with exquisite floral gifts for every occasion.

Whether you’re brightening a loved one’s day, expressing sympathy or bringing colour to your home, our expertly handcrafted designs feature only the freshest, locally sourced flowers. Each basket and posy is lovingly arranged in our local shop near Merton High Street and just a stroll from Wimbledon Chase Station and Abbey Recreation Ground. Our experienced team combines artistic flair and genuine care to deliver arrangements that reflect the heart of our community.

  • Same-day flower delivery in Merton until 3 PM – simply order online and let us handle the rest.
  • Premium blooms and personal service from a genuine local florist.
  • Convenient delivery to surrounding areas including Morden, Wimbledon, and Raynes Park.

We know how important it is for your flowers to arrive fresh and on time. That’s why our same-day delivery service ensures your gift reaches its destination quickly and with care. Trust Florist Merton—your friendly neighbourhood experts—for meaningful, memorable bouquets, baskets, and posies. Experience the difference of a florist that knows Merton like home.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A bright, hand-assembled basket overflowing with fresh blooms, described here as I would prepare it at the shop for a client in Merton. At the heart of the arrangement sit several immaculate white Gerbera daisies; their flat, sculpted petals glow against the white backdrop and are set off by rich, almost black centres that give each flower a dignified focal point. Surrounding these, frothy clusters of soft pink carnations create a romantic, tactile contrast-each ruffled petal feels almost velvety to the touch and softens the composition. Interspersed are small, pale yellow and pure white button-like daisies, likely spray chrysanthemums, which fill gaps and lend a feeling of abundance and comfort. Scattered throughout are tiny violet-blue accent blooms that introduce a whisper of cool colour, like a memory of a spring sky over Wimbledon Common. The greenery is intentionally varied: rounded eucalyptus leaves bring a silvery calm and faint herbal scent, while deep green, glossy ruscus spills out on the left to create movement and a relaxed silhouette. The whole ensemble rests in a light willow basket with a curved wooden handle, its rustic texture grounding the airy flowers. I light the arrangement with even, natural illumination so the petals' fine veins and the eucalyptus' matte sheen are visible. This composition is especially apt for conveying sympathy, offering solace, or serving as a tasteful centerpiece for an intimate gathering-available for local delivery across Merton and nearby neighbourhoods such as Wimbledon Village and Merton Park.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Close your eyes and let a local Florist Merton guide you through this artful floral basket. The overhead view places a generous mix of blooms in a rustic white woven basket, its handle softened by petals so the arrangement feels gently cradled. Peonies in vibrant hot pink rise above the rest, their ruffled petals catching the light, while white ranunculus tuck in beside fluffy pale pink hydrangeas, creating a plush, cloudlike presence. Subtle layers of blush and cream roses add romance, and crisp white anemones with dark centers offer a striking focal point. The overall palette-soft pinks, creamy whites, and bold magenta-breathes elegance with a touch of drama, anchored by wisps of eucalyptus and delicate filler blooms that introduce a whisper of greenery and woodland freshness. A pure white square overlay sits over the center of the bouquet, with Florist Choice Basket written in a flowing script and the price displayed as ?60 in a clean sans serif font. This ready-to-gift arrangement feels designed for celebrations and heartfelt gestures alike, ideal for same-day delivery across Merton, South Wimbledon, and Raynes Park. It's a testament to careful selection and craft, a bouquet that invites touch and evokes emotion, perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or a thoughtful bouquet to brighten someone's day in the local community near Wimbledon Park and Morden Park.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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This image shows a beautifully balanced sympathy flower arrangement in a light, woven basket, positioned carefully in the centre of a plain white backdrop. The basket's off-white tone and smoothly curved handle create a gentle, classic frame for a mound of fresh blooms that look as though they could have been gathered from a peaceful garden in Merton. At the core is a single creamy white rose, its petals curled neatly into a refined spiral, suggesting innocence, remembrance and a tender goodbye. Rising gracefully from the greenery, two dark purple calla lilies offer a rich, sculptural contrast; their trumpet-shaped spathes curve upward, adding sophistication and a solemn, reflective mood, fitting for a funeral service in one of Merton's local churches or crematoria. Scattered among them are starry clematis-like flowers in soft lavender and pale lilac shades, each with a small yellow centre that brings a subtle brightness. Small clusters of yellow, bell-shaped or trumpet-like blossoms, similar to freesia or alstroemeria, thread through the arrangement, bringing touches of warmth and quiet optimism. To the right side, a single magenta gerbera daisy leans gently outward, its vivid colour and daisy form creating a focal point that might represent a cherished personality or treasured memory. The whole composition is supported by a generous base of mixed greenery: broad, glossy dark-green leaves and delicate, lighter green sprigs that give fullness and structure without feeling heavy. A soft natural-looking shadow sits beneath the basket, grounding it in the image. Crafted with the care that Florist Merton is known for, this funeral basket offers a calm, dignified way to express sympathy and support to families across Wimbledon, Mitcham, and the wider Merton area.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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This funeral flower basket, set against a pure white background, captures a feeling of quiet solace that would be welcome in any home or chapel around Merton. The light beige, woven wicker basket, with its smooth, rounded handle arching over the blooms, feels both simple and carefully considered, like something chosen with real thought for a grieving family. Inside, the arrangement is lush and rounded, overflowing with premium flowers placed so they appear to naturally spill over the edges while still maintaining a clear structure. Creamy white roses, fully open and softly luminous, form the central focus; their velvety petals curve outward in layered folds that evoke tenderness and remembrance. Threaded among them are star-shaped clematis blossoms in pastel lavender and pale periwinkle, each one accented by a striking yellow-green centre that adds a subtle spark of life and brightness. These are joined by clusters of smaller, freesia-like flowers in white and gentle lemon yellow, some just beginning to open, others still tight, which give the display a gentle sense of movement and unfolding time. Wisps of ruffled white blooms, similar to lisianthus, add lightness and air, while the many shades of dark and mid-green foliage provide a deep, protective cradle for the paler petals above. The basket would be fitting for a farewell service in a Merton crematorium, a condolence delivery to a house in Colliers Wood, or a quiet tribute in a funeral parlour in Wimbledon Chase. Its overall impression is one of serenity, support, and a heartfelt wish for peace.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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The photograph shows a lovingly crafted funeral floral basket, the sort of arrangement you might see resting near the front of a chapel in Merton during a thoughtful farewell. The basket itself is a shallow oval made from pale wooden slats, raised slightly on discreet feet that give it a polished, finished look. A smooth, cream-coloured handle arches over the display, its gentle curve echoing the rounded form of the flowers below. From this base, a lush, dome-shaped arrangement rises, filled with a harmonious blend of creamy whites, deep reds, and soft pinks. Several creamy white roses, fully opened and velvety, are arranged prominently, their layered petals forming gentle spirals that suggest calm, purity, and remembrance. Clustered around them are deep red carnations, each bloom made up of many finely ruffled petals, adding depth and texture as well as a strong, heartfelt tone of love and respect. Among these stronger colours, softer carnations in pale pink and cream, some delicately edged or speckled with red, lend an air of tenderness and warmth, as though acknowledging both grief and gratitude. Slender sprays of white freesias weave through the larger blossoms, their bell-shaped flowers and emerging buds introducing a sense of movement and quiet hope. The flowers are held in place by an abundance of lush greenery: broad, glossy leaves that give weight and structure, and fine, feathery foliage that breaks the outline and adds an airy touch. All of this is set against a pure white background, so every detail stands out clearly. It feels like a fitting tribute for a funeral in Merton, perhaps for a service in Wimbledon or Colliers Wood, offering a gentle, composed expression of sympathy.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Presented in a perfect rounded form against a clean white field, this bouquet reads like a small, cultivated patch of summer. The eye first rests on the garden roses - pale-pink, warm yellow and soft peach - their petals layered in voluptuous whorls that suggest gentle, unfolding warmth. Interlaced among these classic blooms are clematis flowers in pale lavender and near-white, their starry petals and yellow centres imparting a light, airy lift that prevents the design from feeling heavy. Blue Eryngium (sea holly) provides a striking counterpoint: metallic-blue, spiky heads that introduce an almost architectural line and a modern edge. Nestled in the gaps, purple lisianthus add velvet-like depth with ruffled cups and tight buds ready to open; tiny clusters of red hypericum berries flash through the bouquet, lending a juicy, cheerful accent. Greens vary from glossy broad leaves that support the dome to soft, feathery foliage that weaves depth and shadow; hints of dark burgundy filler foliage peek out, enriching the palette. The lighting is soft and natural, catching the curves of rose petals and the glint on berry skins, while the overall scent suggests a muted, garden-like perfume - green, sweet, and subtly floral. This carefully composed arrangement suits celebration, gratitude, or a thoughtful sympathy gesture, and it reflects the practical elegance often requested by clients across Merton and neighbouring Wimbledon. The photograph emphasizes craftsmanship, texture, and balance, inviting touch and the quiet pleasure of fresh flowers.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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From an overhead viewpoint, this immaculate round bouquet reads like a quiet promise: bold white lilies with trumpet-shaped petals and pale green stamens form the focal points, their open faces contrasting with the dozens of creamy ivory roses held mostly as tight buds or gently opening blossoms. Wisps of Gypsophila-delicate Baby's Breath-are artfully scattered through the mass of blooms, creating a soft, cloudlike veil that cushions the larger flowers and adds intricate, lace-like detail. Small flashes of fresh green foliage peek from beneath the blooms, tracing the outer curve and giving the arrangement a subtle, natural edge against the pristine white background. The lighting is even and soft, bringing out the satin sheen of rose petals and the slightly translucent quality of the lilies' petals without harsh shadows, as if photographed in the gentle morning light that often falls over Merton Park. You can almost imagine the faint, sweet fragrance of lilies mingled with the warm, tea-like scent of cream roses-an understated bouquet ideal for a wedding in South Wimbledon, a gentle anniversary gift, or a calming sympathy piece. Crafted with disciplined symmetry and an eye for texture, this bouquet reflects neighbourhood sensibilities and learned technique. Locally rooted customers in Raynes Park and Colliers Wood often choose similar white-on-white arrangements for their timeless symbolism of purity, hope, and quiet celebration-the precise kind of work we create at Florist Merton for meaningful moments.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A lush, dome-shaped bouquet brimming with lilies and roses is set against a pure white backdrop, the kind of polished design you might see prepared for same-day delivery from a trusted Merton florist. At first glance, the eye is drawn to the generous white lilies, their elongated, trumpet-like petals opening gracefully to reveal pale green centres and delicate yellow stamens, with some blooms fully open and others still wrapped in sleek green buds that signal peak freshness. Nestled among them are numerous blush pink roses and soft cream roses, the petals of each bloom layered like fine silk, some tightly coiled and others unfurled into full, romantic blossoms that add depth and softness. Breaking through this gentle palette, several vivid fuchsia and deep magenta Oriental lilies, similar to Stargazer lilies, extend outward, their speckled petals and bright golden anthers lending a dramatic, almost celebratory energy. Wispy sprays of white baby's breath are woven throughout, filling spaces with tiny, star-like blooms that create a delicate, cloud-soft texture, while small flashes of deep green foliage anchor the arrangement and hint at freshly cut stems. The lighting is bright and even, highlighting the natural sheen of the petals and the subtle gradients of pink, cream, and white. This bouquet feels perfect for marking meaningful moments across Merton, whether it's a birthday surprise in Colliers Wood, an anniversary celebration in Raynes Park, or a thoughtful gesture of appreciation sent quietly to a doorstep near Wimbledon Common, where flowers say what words sometimes cannot.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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Imagine a compact, lovingly crafted floral cushion composed chiefly of soft pink roses and immaculate white freesias, shaped into a rounded dome with the exacting hand of a neighbourhood florist. The larger, fully opened roses show layered, velvety petals in shades from pale blush to gentle salmon, while smaller spray roses add softer textures and scale variation throughout the design. White freesia punctuates the composition with upright sprays of bell-like flowers; some blooms are fully open, revealing tiny yellow stamens, others remain as tight buds promising slow unfurling and longevity. A dense, green foundation - glossy leaves like salal or ruscus and lighter, variegated pittosporum with cream-margined foliage - frames the blossoms and provides a natural contrast that makes the pinks and whites sing. The bouquet is intentionally compact so no stems are visible, producing a formal, dome-shaped silhouette that reads as both elegant and comforting. Light is gentle and natural, highlighting the soft textures of the petals and the sheen of the foliage. As a floral piece suited to quiet celebrations or solemn remembrance, it would be equally at home on a funeral tribute table or as a thoughtful get-well gift. Locally, this is the kind of arrangement we carefully prepare for clients across Merton - from Wimbledon Village to Colliers Wood - and Florist Merton often recommends it for occasions where gentleness and refinement are required.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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