Nunhead Baskets & Posies - Handcrafted by Your Local Florist

At Nunhead Florist, our elegant flower baskets and soft, compact posies are lovingly arranged right here in Nunhead, just a short stroll from Nunhead Green and Nunhead Cemetery. Each design is created by experienced local florists who understand how to balance colour, texture and scent for every occasion.

Whether you're sending sympathy flowers, a thoughtful thank you, or a cheerful get-well surprise, we carefully select fresh seasonal flowers from trusted suppliers. Our team prepares every bouquet, basket and posy in our shop near Nunhead Lane, ensuring it arrives looking beautiful and full of life.

We offer reliable same-day delivery across Nunhead and surrounding areas including:

  • Peckham
  • Brockley
  • New Cross

Place your order online by 3 PM and we'll deliver your flowers the very same day, handled with care by our trusted local drivers who know the back streets and busy routes around South London.

You can order online quickly and securely, choosing from our curated range of tasteful baskets and posies, or ask our expert florist team to create something bespoke. With years of experience serving families, businesses and churches across Nunhead, Nunhead Florist is the name locals trust for thoughtful, beautifully made flowers that truly mean something.

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BASKETS / POSIES
Carefully arranged in a rustic, pale-willow basket with an arched brown handle, this soft-hued floral composition balances simplicity and gentle elegance in every sweep of foliage and bloom. The central heroes are several immaculate white Gerbera daisies, their broad petals radiating around dark brown centres that catch the eye and set a calm, honest tone. Around them, clusters of light pink carnations create a frothy, tactile layering; their ruffled petals suggest comfort when touched and a muted romance when viewed. Filling the gaps are tight sprays of white and pale yellow chrysanthemum-like blooms that give the bouquet a full, cheerful body, while small star-shaped pale blue and lavender asters are tucked like shy accents, adding depth and a cool counterpoint. The greenery is purposeful: round, silvered eucalyptus leaves bring a modern, aromatic lift and contrast; deeper glossy ruscus spills out on the left, creating a graceful, drooping line that moves the eye; and varied fresh greens underpin the composition with vitality. The even, soft light used in the photograph reveals delicate textures - the Gerbera's smooth face, the carnation's frills, the eucalyptus's matte glow - and makes the arrangement feel freshly gathered. As a local florist in Nunhead, Nunhead Florist often designs baskets like this for thoughtful deliveries across Nunhead and nearby Brockley or Honor Oak, suitable as a comforting sympathy tribute, a subtle centerpiece for a calm celebration, or a tender gift to express care and quiet joy.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
Seen from above, this Florist Choice Basket unfolds with a tactile, velvet-soft sensibility. A white woven basket cradles an abundant medley of blooms and generous greenery, the colors drifting from soft pinks to creamy whites to deep fuchsias, with the freshness of new-season greens. Dominant blooms include giant hot pink peonies with ruffled petals, white ranunculus with precise layering, pale pink hydrangeas in cloud-like clusters, and blush and cream roses, all framed by white anemones with dark centers. The arrangement is punctuated by wisps of eucalyptus and delicate filler florals, giving depth and an organic, garden-fresh feel. The lighting is warm and inviting, making every petal appear velvety and alive.

Over the heart of the bouquet sits a clean white square, its text in two contrasting typefaces: a flowing script for Florist and a crisp uppercase for CHOICE BASKET, with the price ?60 featured boldly beneath. This is more than a gift; it is a crafted statement of artistry and quality, designed to resonate with lovers of refined florals and thoughtful design.

As a local piece from a thoughtful florist in Nunhead, the bouquet speaks of community, seasonal gardens, and late-spring markets. It is ready to be delivered the same day to a home nearby or to a friend across the neighbourhood, brightening celebrations, anniversaries, or simply to celebrate daily life with a vivid, scented hello.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
This image shows a refined funeral basket arrangement, carefully photographed against a pure white studio backdrop to highlight every nuance of colour and form. The basket is a light cream or off-white weave, topped with a smooth, arching handle that gently frames the blooms like a protective gesture. At the heart of the design, a single creamy white rose opens in a soft spiral, its layered petals creating a focal point of quiet grace and tenderness. Flanking it are deep purple calla lilies, their elegant, trumpet-shaped spathes curling inward, the velvety plum tones stretching from the centres to the tips, adding depth and a touch of modern sophistication. Interspersed throughout are delicate clematis-like flowers in pale lavender and lilac, their slim, starry petals and light yellow centres contributing a whisper of colour, like a memory of a spring bloom along Nunhead's tree-lined roads and cemetery paths. Scattered pockets of yellow and white blossoms-reminiscent of freesia or alstroemeria-bring gentle bursts of brightness, filling the spaces between the larger flowers without overwhelming the overall calm mood. On the right side of the basket, a single magenta gerbera daisy-style bloom leans outward, its slender petals radiating around a central disc, suggesting a personal tribute within the collective arrangement. Abundant green foliage, including broad, glossy leaves and lighter, more delicate sprigs, cradles and supports the flowers, giving the basket a full, rounded outline and a sense of natural abundance. Together, the harmonious blend of purples, whites, yellows, and greens creates a tribute that feels both respectful and uplifting, suitable for a farewell service in Nunhead, a graveside committal, or as a condolence gift delivered to loved ones mourning a loss.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
This photograph presents a calming funeral flower arrangement in a light, natural wicker basket, set cleanly against a bright white background that highlights every soft shade and detail. The basket, with its matching pale handle, cradles a rounded composition of flowers arranged with the kind of care you might expect from a long-established Nunhead florist. At the heart of the design are several large, full-bloom creamy white roses, their velvety petals opening in generous layers that feel both luxurious and understated, like a gentle embrace. Weaving between them, star-shaped clematis flowers in pale lavender and periwinkle bring an airy, almost ethereal quality; each bloom is centred with a small burst of yellow-green that adds just enough contrast to draw the eye. Smaller freesia-like blossoms in white and soft lemon yellow cluster throughout the arrangement, some already open and others still in bud, suggesting a quiet sense of movement and the unfolding of memories. The flowers rest on a bed of lush, dark green foliage, with broad, glossy leaves and more delicate, lighter sprigs creating depth and a natural rhythm, reminiscent of the layered greenery around Nunhead Cemetery and the nearby parks. The overall palette is soft and peaceful, ideal for times of reflection. This basket would be a fitting tribute for a funeral, wake, or celebration of life held in Nunhead or the surrounding South London neighbourhoods, offering a floral message of sympathy, comfort, and enduring affection without appearing overly dramatic or showy.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
A graceful funeral basket arrangement is shown resting on a clean white surface, its pale wooden basket and soft colours creating a sense of quiet composure. The basket is crafted from light natural slats, with an oblong shape that rests on four discreet little feet, lending a touch of elegance. An arched handle in matching wood curves gently over the flowers, framing the composition like a soft line drawn in the air. Inside, creamy white roses open fully, each bloom revealing silky, layered petals that evoke peace and remembrance. Around them, deep red carnations cluster together, their ruffled petals forming plush, velvety rosettes of colour that feel both warm and dignified. Some carnations are lighter, in blush pink and white with delicate red edges, easing the contrast between the strong reds and the serene whites. Among these larger blooms, slender stems of small white flowers-resembling freesias-lift graceful, bell-shaped blossoms that add airiness and a suggestion of a fresh, gentle scent. The arrangement is built on a foundation of dark green leaves, smooth and glossy, that provide volume and a supportive structure. Wisps of feathery foliage, reminiscent of asparagus fern, float upward and outward, giving a natural softness and gentle movement. The design is full and rounded, slightly spilling over the basket's rim, suggesting generosity and care. With its classic red and white palette, this piece would be well-suited to a funeral or memorial in Nunhead, perhaps resting near the greenery of Nunhead Green or being delivered to a family home off Evelina Road, a quiet, heartfelt expression of sympathy crafted by an experienced local florist.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
This lush, domed bouquet sits against a bright white background, its rounded silhouette suggesting a hand-tied arrangement waiting to be carried down Evelina Road in Nunhead. The composition is dense and carefully balanced, with no empty spaces, giving an impression of generous abundance. At the centre, garden roses in shades of blush pink, buttery yellow, and gentle peach unfold in spiralling layers, some fully open and others just beginning to reveal their inner petals. Threaded among them are star-shaped clematis flowers, their pale lavender and soft white petals stretched wide around golden-yellow centres that glint like tiny suns. Standing out from the softness, stems of blue eryngium-or sea holly-rise with spiky, thistle-like heads in metallic blue-grey, adding structure and a slightly untamed edge reminiscent of wildflowers along Southwark's less-trodden paths. Deep purple lisianthus, in both closed buds and partially opened blooms, provides a velvety counterpoint, linking the pastel roses to the cooler blue tones. Scattered thoughtfully throughout the design, clusters of bright red hypericum berries gleam with a gentle shine, their rounded shapes echoing the playful feel of local market stalls. The entire bouquet is cradled by a generous collar of mixed greenery: broad, glossy green leaves that form a supportive base, finer, feathery foliage that softens the outline, and subtle touches of deep burgundy leaves that lend depth and sophistication. Soft, diffused lighting reveals the fresh textures of petals and leaves without harsh shadows. The bouquet radiates warmth and joy, ideal for sending birthday wishes, celebrating a new home, or simply brightening a Nunhead living room with the feeling of a lovingly tended garden gathered into one generous handful.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
Viewed from above on a pristine white background, this round bouquet reads as an exercise in classic elegance: creamy ivory roses and pristine white lilies are arranged with deliberate symmetry and tender care. The lilies' broad, trumpet-shaped petals open to reveal pale green stamens and subtle inner shading that gives the blossoms a sculptural presence, while the roses remain often in tight bud or at the first whisper of opening, their layered petals providing a soft, velvety counterpoint. Cloud-like clusters of Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) scatter between the larger blooms, creating delicate textures and light, airy negative space that softens the bouquet's dense shape. A few vibrant green leaves are tucked at the perimeter, their fresh tones framing the composition and adding depth beneath the monochrome blooms. The picture suggests a gentle, balanced scent-sweet lily overtones with the warm, familiar perfume of roses-that would be calming in a quiet morning light. This arrangement is the kind of timeless piece I make for brides, anniversaries, or simple acts of consolation; it reads equally well as a ceremony bouquet or a refined centrepiece. For customers in Nunhead, Brockley, and Honor Oak, these arrangements are selected for seasonal freshness and crafted to travel safely to local venues such as parish halls, small chapels, and homes. Nunhead Florist prepares such compositions with the same attention to proportion and scent, mindful of the neighbourhood's intimate, leafy character.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
A lush, globe-shaped bouquet fills the frame, set against a completely white background that lets every detail of the floral design stand out in crisp relief. At the centre, generous white lilies unfold in trumpet-like blooms, their petals smooth and luminous, edged with the faintest trace of green near the throat and framing light yellow stamens. Around and between them, blush pink and creamy ivory roses add softness and romance, some still in tight buds with gently curled tips, others opened into full, layered blossoms that show off their velvety texture. Punctuating this pastel harmony are several striking fuchsia and magenta Oriental lilies, similar to classic Stargazer lilies, their petals streaked and speckled with deeper tones and crowned with prominent golden anthers, bringing a bold focal point to the arrangement. Fine sprays of white baby's breath are threaded throughout, thousands of miniature blooms creating a cloud-like veil that links the larger flowers into a cohesive, airy whole. Here and there, slender green leaves and stems peek out, adding a fresh, natural contrast to the creamy and pink tones. The lighting is bright and even, suggesting a studio setup where the bouquet has just been lovingly finished by a local florist. It feels like a design you might collect from a Nunhead shop on your way along Brockley Road, destined for a joyful celebration near Telegraph Hill or a romantic dinner in a flat off Ivydale Road. The mood is celebratory yet tender, ideal for weddings, engagement parties, milestone birthdays, or simply sending love and appreciation to someone special in Nunhead and the surrounding South East London neighbourhoods.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
I picture this arrangement as an early-morning gift from a small London garden: a compact, domed bouquet of pale pink roses and pristine white freesia set against a stark white background so every petal reads clearly. The roses, from open, voluptuous blooms to tiny spray roses, show a range of pinks - soft blushes through to warmer coral tones - their velvety layers drawing the eye inward. Interspersed freesias add vertical punctuation; some bell-shaped flowers are fully open, their pale centres and subtle yellow stamens visible, while others remain in neat buds, promising a slow, fragrant unfolding. The greens that cradle the flowers are varied and tactile: broad, glossy leaves give body and depth while smaller, variegated foliage with cream-edged margins provides lightness and movement. The composition is densely packed with no visible stems, giving a polished, cushion-like silhouette that feels intentional and reassuring. The soft, diffused natural light in the photograph accentuates the petals' textures and the freshness of the blooms, suggesting they were prepared the same morning. As a florist familiar with Nunhead and the surrounding streets toward Peckham Rye and Honor Oak, I would offer this arrangement for occasions that call for gentle affection - a newborn's first visit, a contemplative birthday breakfast, or a sympathy tribute - its quiet palette conveying tenderness and calm without being overpowering.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00