Gipsy Hill Baskets & Posies - Handcrafted by Gipsy Hill Florist

At Gipsy Hill Florist, our beautiful basket arrangements and traditional posies are lovingly created right here in Gipsy Hill, just a short stroll from Gipsy Hill Station and the views of Central Hill. Whether you are sending a gentle gesture, a thoughtful tribute, or a cheerful gift, our skilled local florist team is on hand to guide you.

Each design is individually styled with fresh seasonal flowers, sourced daily and conditioned in our studio near Crystal Palace Park. From soft pastels to vibrant country-style bouquets in wicker baskets, we tailor every piece to suit the person, the occasion, and your message.

We provide reliable same-day delivery across Gipsy Hill, Crystal Palace, West Norwood, and Dulwich on all basket and posy orders placed by 3 PM. Simply order online for homes, businesses, care homes, and local churches - we know the area, from the hills around Gipsy Road to the streets leading towards Central Hill, so your flowers arrive promptly and in perfect condition.

  • Thoughtfully designed baskets and posies for gifts, get-well wishes, and tributes
  • Local expertise from an experienced, community-focused florist
  • Easy to order online with dependable same-day delivery until 3 PM

If you are unsure which design to choose, share a little about the recipient and we will recommend the most suitable flowers and styling. At Gipsy Hill Florist, we combine creative flair with genuine local care in every basket and posy we deliver.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A carefully composed floral basket that balances classic charm with a modern, airy feel, photographed here with bright, even lighting to emphasise texture and colour. The focal points are several large, immaculate white Gerbera daisies, each defined by a strong, dark brown to black centre that creates bold contrast against their crisp petals. Intermingled are soft blush-pink carnations whose layered, frilly petals introduce a plush, romantic softness, and numerous small white and pale yellow chrysanthemum-like sprays that fill the arrangement with cheerful fullness. Tiny, violet-blue star-shaped accent flowers are scattered through the greenery, providing delicate contrast and a whisper of cool colour among the warm pastels. The foliage is abundant and varied: round, silvery eucalyptus leaves lend a calming, modern edge and a faint camphor-scented note, while darker, glossy ruscus trails from the left, elongating the silhouette and adding graceful movement. All elements sit within a natural, light-woven wicker basket with a prominent arched wooden handle, a tactile, handwoven base that complements the organic styling. The piece smells faintly of eucalyptus and sweet carnation, and the overall effect is peaceful and refined. This composition is exactly the kind of thoughtful gift or memorial tribute we often prepare for neighbours around Gipsy Hill station and the Upper Norwood streets; Gipsy Hill Florist would present it for occasions ranging from quiet remembrance to understated congratulations, ready for local delivery on the same day when freshness matters most.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Overhead, a lush Florist Choice Basket unfurls in a generous, ready to give arrangement that would delight a Gipsy Hill recipient. The bouquet blends soft pinks with creamy whites and deep fuchsias, framed by rich green eucalyptus and slender foliage that lend a touch of woodland freshness. The stars are large hot pink peonies, their ruffled layers catching the light, complemented by white ranunculus in tight spirals, and a cloud of pale pink hydrangeas. Interwoven with blush and cream roses are pristine white anemones with their near black centers, while hints of delicate pale peach amaryllis add warmth. Smaller white filler blooms finish the texture, and the whole is anchored in a sturdy light woven basket, its rustic handle just visible through the bloom mass. A clean white square overlay sits at the center, bearing the Florist Choice Basket in a flowing script, with the price ?60 in a bold sans serif font beneath. The presentation whispers of a premium gift suited to anniversaries, birthdays, or a thoughtful gesture across the streets of Gipsy Hill and neighboring areas. It speaks to freshness and craft, a bouquet designed to be admired up close and delivered with care. For local customers, same day delivery can bring this bouquet to doors around Crystal Palace Park, Norwood, and Streatham, capturing the spirit of a reliable neighbourhood florist in south London.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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This detailed image portrays a tasteful funeral flower basket, quietly elegant and thoughtfully balanced, set against a clean, white background that allows every colour and texture to breathe. The light-coloured woven basket, almost ivory in tone, features a strong, curved handle that arcs gently over the arrangement, reminiscent of traditional baskets seen at local markets around Gipsy Hill. Filling the basket is a rounded, abundant display of fresh flowers, composed as if by an expert florist who understands the need for both dignity and warmth in sympathy tributes. Dominating the centre is a large, creamy white rose, its petals layered in tight whorls that slowly unfurl, creating a soft, serene focal point. To either side, two deep purple calla lilies extend their smooth, trumpet-shaped blooms, adding depth and a touch of contemporary style while maintaining a respectful mood. Scattered among them are airy, star-shaped clematis in pale lavender and lilac tones, punctuated by gentle yellow centres that mirror the small bursts of sunny yellow and white freesia- or alstroemeria-like blossoms woven throughout the greenery. These smaller flowers add movement and textural interest, suggesting the delicate passing of time. On the right edge, a bright magenta gerbera-style blossom appears, its vivid hue standing as a tender symbol of the individuality and spirit of the departed. The composition is completed by a generous foundation of rich green foliage, including broad, glossy leaves and finer, lighter fronds that lend natural fullness. A soft, diffused shadow beneath the basket adds a sense of realism to the studio photograph. Suitable for funerals, memorials, or to send condolences to homes across Gipsy Hill and nearby streets, this arrangement offers a gentle expression of sympathy and remembrance.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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Set against a bright white backdrop, this light wicker funeral basket cradles a softly domed arrangement of flowers that feels both tender and composed, as though it has been prepared for a thoughtful farewell in Gipsy Hill or nearby Crystal Palace. The basket's pale handle arches gently above the blooms, echoing the curved line of the arrangement below. Large, creamy white roses cluster at the centre, fully opened so that their layered, velvety petals reveal every nuance of texture, symbolising love, remembrance, and a sense of peaceful rest. Threaded through the roses are delicate star-shaped clematis flowers in pale lavender and periwinkle, each with a vivid yellow-green centre that brings a quiet spark of brightness, much like the soft light on Westow Hill on an overcast afternoon. Around them, clusters of smaller, white and soft yellow blossoms, freesia-like in form, provide a fine, airy texture, with some stems holding tight buds that suggest the unfolding of memories over time. Lush dark green foliage frames and supports the flowers, with glossy broad leaves and slender, arching sprigs giving depth, structure, and a sense of freshness, as if just arranged by an experienced florist. The colour palette is restrained and harmonious-white, cream, light lemon, and lilac-perfect for expressing sympathy, offering comfort to a grieving family, or placing by the casket during a funeral service. The composition conveys a gentle balance of sorrow and hope, making it a meaningful floral tribute for moments when words feel insufficient but beauty can still bring solace.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This photograph shows a softly coloured funeral basket arrangement, carefully composed to convey comfort and remembrance. The basket is made from pale, natural wood with vertical slats, gently shaped into an oval that suggests a cradle of flowers. It rests on four small, understated feet, giving it a light lift, while a curved handle arches over the flowers in a smooth, almost protective line. Within the basket, the blooms are massed into a rounded dome, so that the flowers appear to brim over the edges, creating an impression of fullness and generosity often chosen for condolence tributes in the Gipsy Hill area. At the heart of the design, creamy white roses open in full bloom, their velvety petals layered in soft spirals, evoking peace, purity, and a quiet farewell. Deep red carnations are woven around and between the roses, their densely ruffled petals adding rich colour and a plush texture that suggests love held deeply in the heart. Intermixed with these are lighter carnations in pale pink and cream, some with delicate red edging or speckling, which soften the palette and bring a gentle, intimate note. Small white blossoms, similar to freesias with their slender stems and bell-shaped flowers, dot the arrangement like little points of light, opening the composition and adding a sense of delicacy. Surrounding the flowers is an abundance of foliage: broad, dark green leaves form a supportive base, while finer, feathery greens stretch outward and upward, softening the outline and lending an airy grace. Set against the pure white background, every colour appears crisp and calm. This elegant basket would be fitting for a funeral service, a crematorium chapel near Gipsy Hill, or as a thoughtful sympathy gift delivered to a family home overlooking the slopes toward Crystal Palace.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Set against a bright white background, this opulent domed bouquet appears almost suspended in space, every blossom and leaf clearly defined, as though prepared moments ago in a Gipsy Hill studio before heading out for local delivery. The arrangement is densely packed, creating a rounded mound that exudes abundance and careful artistry. Dominating the design are garden roses in an array of soft pastels-blush pink, warm yellow, and delicate peach-each bloom displaying layers of curved petals that spiral outward with a sense of movement. Some roses are fully open, revealing ruffled hearts, while others remain in earlier stages of opening, contributing a dynamic, living quality. Threaded between these classic flowers are star-like clematis in pale lavender and soft white; their slender petals radiate from bright yellow or cream centres that catch the light, adding a touch of airy grace. Striking blue eryngium, or sea holly, with its thistle-like, metallic blue-grey heads, punctuates the softness, introducing a bold, sculptural element that lends modern flair to the otherwise romantic palette. Deep purple lisianthus blossoms, from tight buds to half-open cups, deepen the colour story with velvety, cool tones that recall twilight over the nearby Crystal Palace Park. Scattered bright red hypericum berries gleam like tiny jewels, breaking up the pastels with cheerful pops of luminous colour. Encircling and weaving through the flowers is a generous selection of greenery-broad, glossy leaves, fine feathery sprigs, and subtle burgundy-tinged foliage-that adds texture, fullness, and a sense of natural movement. The overall effect is one of sophisticated joy and heartfelt sentiment, ideal for celebrating a special occasion, sending love, or simply brightening a home along the winding streets of Gipsy Hill with the beauty of a thoughtfully crafted bouquet.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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From an overhead perspective on a clean white field, this compact round bouquet reads as a study in white-on-cream refinement. Dominant in the centre are broad, oriental-style white lilies whose trumpet petals open to disclose pale greenish-yellow stamens; the lilies' sculptural form gives vertical lift and a gentle drama to the arrangement. Nestling closely around them are numerous cream and ivory roses, most captured in the intimate stages between bud and half-bloom so their concentric, velvety petals form soft rosette clusters. Interspersed throughout are delicate sprays of white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila), whose tiny clustered blossoms create a gauzy, cloud-like fill that softens the silhouette and adds a fine, intricate texture when viewed up close. Small, crisp green leaves emerge at the bouquet's edges, offering a fresh, lively border that lifts the monochrome palette. The overall effect is serene and refined: a bouquet that smells faintly of sweet roses and the green, faintly spicy fragrance of lilies, carried like a whisper across the senses. I picture this arranged for a bride walking from Gipsy Hill station toward a nearby church or for a quiet anniversary gift delivered around Central Hill and West Norwood. The construction feels deliberately dense and symmetrical, the work of an experienced hand who has balanced bloom size and scent to achieve a calm, reassuring composition. For anyone seeking a classic white bouquet with both texture and poise, this image communicates trust, care, and the quiet beauty of fresh, locally prepared flowers.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A beautifully composed floral arrangement of lilies, roses, and gypsophila sits against a pure white backdrop, its rounded shape and layered colours suggesting both abundance and refinement. Dominating the bouquet are pristine white lilies, their broad, trumpet-like blooms opening outward in elegant arcs, with a few still-closed buds stretching upward, adding height and a sense of freshness. Nestled closely among them are numerous blush pink roses and creamy ivory roses, each one rich with velvety petals that twist in intricate spirals; some are only just beginning to open, while others are in full, luxurious bloom. Deep pink and magenta Oriental lilies, likely of the Stargazer variety, bring a vivid burst of colour, their petals dusted with darker freckles and framing bright yellow stamens that stand in strong contrast to the surrounding whites and pastels. Delicate sprays of white baby's breath (gypsophila) lace through the bouquet like a fine veil, softening the outlines of the larger flowers and adding a light, airy texture that suggests gentle movement. You can almost imagine the fragrance-a blend of sweet lily and classic rose-filling a sitting room near Gipsy Hill after a same-day delivery. Glossy green foliage peeks out just enough to frame the blooms and keep the arrangement feeling natural rather than overly formal. The bright, even lighting emphasises every detail and shade, making this bouquet ideal for marking cherished moments, from birthdays above Gipsy Road cafés to intimate celebrations at homes overlooking Crystal Palace Park, where beauty and emotion are intertwined.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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A compact, meticulously arranged floral tribute in soft pinks and clean whites, photographed against a stark white background to reveal every detail of texture and tone. At the heart of the design are classic pink roses-some fully open with layered, velvety petals, others smaller spray roses in lighter blush shades-arranged to create a rounded, domed profile. Interspersed among these are clusters of pure white freesia, their graceful, trumpet-like flowers alternating between fully open blooms that show subtle yellow stamens and tight buds that promise to unfurl, offering both immediate beauty and lasting freshness. The greenery is deliberately verdant and varied: broad, dark green leaves (suggestive of salal or ruscus) anchor the base while cream-edged variegated foliage (likely pittosporum) lifts the palette and adds visual brightness. No stems are visible; the dense packing gives a formal, refined look reminiscent of traditional sympathy cushions yet equally suited to a calm celebration of life or an elegant gift. Soft natural light reveals the delicate surface of the petals and the slightly glossy sheen of the leaves, conveying a freshly-made quality and a subtle floral scent. As a florist serving Gipsy Hill, Crystal Palace and West Norwood, Gipsy Hill Florist often crafts pieces like this for wakes, memorials, and intimate events along Gipsy Hill Road and nearby lanes, and we take care to ensure blooms arrive looking tender and composed. The arrangement feels like a quiet, reassuring presence-both dignified and tender, designed to communicate care without fuss.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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