Lily Blossom florist: Funeral flowers Contemporary Heart at Lily blossom florist from £130

Funeral flowers Contemporary Heart at Lily blossom florist from £130

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This striking, contemporary heart design combines passionate orange-coloured blooms and vivid green carnations. Even the stems of the flowers become a beautiful, structural feature thanks to the clever design of the frame. Two fiery orange calla lilies curve gracefully around the outer rim. Nestled within, are ten large-headed roses, like tangerine kisses. Yet more generous are the eighteen green carnations. Shining within, the pale glistening berries of the amber hypericum, while the sweet scent of dill binds the selection of grasses.

The first use of a heart, apart from an anatomical graphic, occurs in a miniature decorating a French manuscript during the 1250s. In the picture, a kneeling young man literally gives his heart to his love, a fair maiden. Now, it is a universal symbol, used as a declaration of true love.

Calla lilies are a rich, traditional symbol associated with resurrection and rebirth. However, they usually appear in white, when in mourning bouquets:

Related to the Greek Goddess Hera, calla means ‘beauty’. It is said that as Hera nursed the baby Hercules, a few drops of milk fell to earth, and where they landed, the calla lilies grew. Esoteric Christians believed that the lily was originally yellow, until the Virgin Mary picked one, and her purity was transferred to the flower, turning it pure white. Hence their use in festivals associated with the Virgin Mary.

Green carnations are an intense and unusual feature in this chic display. They have a clove-like scent, and are laden with modern symbolism. They were a favourite of the famous author Oscar Wilde, who would often be seen sporting on in his lapel. However, they are also a well-used symbol in Ireland, linked to St Patrick’s day, and often given as gifts, along with their white cousins, to signify and bring good luck to the receiver.

The appearance of mango-coloured calla lilies featured here, means that although they carry the traditional symbolism, they make a unique and very special tribute. They are enriched still further by the orange roses that accompany them.

But, it is the glorious orange roses that give this arrangement its name, for orange roses are symbolic of the all-consuming fire of passionate love and desire. This beautifully executed design, with its slender, curving form and vivid, fiery hues, is a striking tribute to one whose passion for, and love of life, will be missed. For a unique, special individual who brought warmth, enthusiasm and a fiery personality, who could light up a room, this is a perfect tribute.

Features: 2 Mango Calla Lilies, 10 Orange Large-headed Roses, 18 Green Carnations, 2 Ivory Dendrobiums, 3 Asclepia, 2 "Elite Amber" Hypericum, 4 Dill, 1 Molucella, 9 Craspedia, 6 China Grass, 6 Cornus, Rosemary and Moss.