Baskets & Posies – Handcrafted by Addington Florist

Welcome to Addington Florist, your trusted local florist crafting exquisite flowers, bouquets, and floral baskets for every occasion. Nestled in the heart of Addington near Addington Village Interchange and just a stroll from Gravel Hill and Spout Hill, we take pride in serving our community with care and creativity.

Our beautiful selection of baskets and posies are expertly arranged using fresh, seasonal blooms selected at their peak. Whether you're sending a thoughtful gift to loved ones in Addington or surprising friends in Shirley or West Wickham, our arrangements are designed to bring a smile. As locals, we understand the significance flowers hold during life's special and tender moments—trust us to reflect your feelings with artistry and heart.

Same-day delivery is available across Addington and nearby areas when you order online before 3 PM. Our team has years of experience and a genuine passion for floristry, ensuring each basket or posy is made to delight. As your local florist, we're committed to friendly service and building lasting relationships with every customer.

  • Serving Addington, Shirley, and West Wickham
  • Located close to Addington Palace & Addington Road
  • Expertly arranged, ready for same-day delivery!

Order your baskets and posies online today and experience the quality and care of Addington Florist—your neighbours in beautiful blooms.

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BASKETS / POSIES
A thoughtfully curated hand-woven basket of flowers captured against a pristine white backdrop: several immaculate white Gerbera daisies, each with a pronounced dark brown to black central disc, form the ensemble's bright anchors, their round faces offering a clean, uplifting presence. Nestled among them are clusters of soft blush pink carnations, their layered, ruffled petals creating a soft, romantic texture that contrasts gently with the Gerberas' smooth planes. Filling the gaps are plentiful small white and pale yellow daisy-type blooms-spray chrysanthemums or asters-that give the arrangement a full, generous silhouette, while tiny star-like violet-blue accents peek through for a cool, delicate counterpoint. The foliage selection enhances both scent and silhouette: cool, rounded eucalyptus leaves with a silvery bloom bring a modern, aromatic lift; glossy ruscus branches trail from the left, adding a graceful sweep; assorted green leaves build a verdant foundation. The flowers sit in a pale, rustic woven basket with a curved wooden handle, its natural fibres and warm tone framing the blooms. Bright, even studio light reveals the fresh sheen of petals and the soft shadows that define layers, making the display readable and comforting. Prepared with local care at Addington Florist's workshop and frequently requested for quiet tributes or thoughtful gifts across Addington and nearby Croydon, this basket reads as an expression of quiet grace-suitable for sympathy, a peaceful centrepiece, or a gentle message of support.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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In warm, romantic tones, this Florist Choice Basket from Addington Florist unfolds as if seen through a sunlit window. The bouquet gathers rich pinks, creamy whites, and touches of deep fuchsia with fresh greens that evoke a softly celebratory mood. The focal blooms include large hot pink peonies with their lush, ruffled edges; white ranunculus with delicate spirals; and fluffy pink hydrangeas, all layered with blush and cream roses. White anemones with dark centers punctuate the arrangement with dramatic contrast, while white filler flowers and eucalyptus add air and texture, like a breath of woodland air carried indoors. The pale, handwoven basket supports the display, its handle peeking through the blossoms and reinforcing a rustic yet refined vibe. A crisp white square overlay centers the composition, presenting the Florist Choice Basket name in graceful script and the price ?60 in bold sans serif. The scene radiates generosity and elegance, well suited to anniversaries, engagements, or heartfelt gifts delivered across Addington and its surrounding villages. Light from above enhances the velvety petals and the soft sheen of the foliage, signaling freshness and meticulous preparation by Addington Florist. It's a bouquet that promises to brighten a home, a table, or a doorstep in Addington's neighborhoods with same-day delivery options where available.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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In this thoughtfully composed funeral flower basket, the eye is first drawn to the light-coloured woven container, an off-white or cream basket with a firm, arched handle that curves smoothly over the arrangement, suggesting it could be carried with care to a chapel or graveside in Addington. The basket rests on a stark white surface, the clean background and gentle shadow making every bloom and leaf stand out with clarity. At the centre, a large creamy white rose opens in a perfect spiral, its velvety petals arranged with classic grace, symbolising love and remembrance. Flanking it, two deep purple calla lilies rise elegantly from the greenery, their glossy, trumpet-like forms introducing a note of dignified drama, like a quiet whisper of colour in an otherwise hushed room. Soft lavender and pale lilac clematis, star-shaped and delicate, weave through the composition, their subtle yellow centres catching the light and adding a touch of lift and airiness. Interspersed among these are clusters of small, bell-shaped or trumpet-like blossoms in bright yellow and clear white-flowers reminiscent of freesia or alstroemeria-that bring a gentle, hopeful brightness, similar to the first warm rays over Addington's tree-lined streets after a grey morning. Off to one side, a single magenta or fuchsia gerbera-style bloom extends outward, bold and cheerful, yet still respectful, suggesting happy memories amid sorrow. Lush green foliage wraps around everything: broad, glossy leaves and finer, lighter sprigs combine to form a full, verdant base that cradles the flowers. The result is a rounded, abundant design that feels both polished and heartfelt, ideal for expressing sympathy and offering comfort to families in the Addington community.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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A tranquil funeral basket arrangement is carefully posed against a clear white background, allowing its soft, contemplative colours to speak quietly. The light wicker basket, finished in an almost ivory tone with a smooth, arching handle, looks as though it has been carried with care into a peaceful chapel in Addington. Inside, the flowers are arranged in a rounded, harmonious shape, each bloom placed with the deliberation of a florist who understands the tenderness of farewell. Creamy white roses dominate the centre, their petals fully unfurled, revealing intricate folds that suggest both vulnerability and enduring love. Among them, starry clematis blossoms in pale lavender and periwinkle blue stretch their pointed petals outward, their fresh yellow-green centres providing a subtle spark of brightness, like a glimmer of hope on a grey day by Addington Park. Around these, smaller white and pale lemon blooms, similar to freesia, cluster in gentle sprays; some are open and lightly ruffled, while others remain in bud, capturing that in-between moment of life and memory. Bright but restrained yellow touches are woven through the design, lifting the palette without disturbing its tranquillity. Deep, glossy green foliage cradles the flowers, with varied leaf shapes creating a soft, sheltering frame. The overall mood is calm, reflective, and quietly uplifting, perfect for honouring a loved one at a funeral service or for sending condolences to a home near the old village streets. This basket feels like a compassionate gesture from a trusted Addington florist, offering a moment of beauty and solace when words are hard to find.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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In this peaceful funeral arrangement, a low, pale wooden basket cradles a dome of flowers that seems to overflow with quiet emotion, like something lovingly prepared by a neighbourhood florist for a final farewell in Addington. The basket is oval and shallow, gently raised on discreet feet, with a curved handle that arches overhead in a soft, protective line. Within it, lush greenery and blooms are packed closely together, forming a rounded shape that looks full yet carefully balanced. Creamy white roses open generously across the centre, each blossom with softly curled, velvety petals that suggest innocence, reverence, and lasting respect. Around them, deep red carnations cluster in ruffled waves, their rich colour hinting at devotion, remembrance, and the ache of love that does not diminish. Paler pink and subtly variegated carnations add a quieter note, with petals washed in blush and softly traced with red, as if marking personal memories and shared stories. Smaller white flowers, similar to freesias, are tucked in gracefully, their slender stems and flared little bells lending a sense of breath and space between the larger heads. The flowers are anchored by a bed of glossy, dark green leaves and softened by feathery, fern-like fronds that rise at the edges and crown the top, like a whisper of nature's wildness. Set against a pure white background, the colours and forms are easy to distinguish, allowing someone who cannot see the image to imagine the contrast of cream, crimson, and fresh green. It feels like a gentle tribute you might have delivered to a service near Addington Village, New Addington, or along the quiet roads leading to a local churchyard.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Presented on a pure white studio surface, this densely packed, rounded bouquet balances romantic softness with a touch of botanical drama. A generous cluster of garden roses - in pale pinks, creamy peaches and sunny yellow - forms the visual and olfactory core, their layered petals unfolding like small satin cups. Interspersed among these classic blooms are delicate clematis flowers in subtle lavender and white tones; their star-like blooms and pale yellow eyes introduce a sense of airy movement that lightens the composition. Providing striking structure are several blue Eryngium (sea holly) thistles, their metallic-blue, spiky crowns cutting a modern silhouette against the softer shapes. Nestled into the pockets between larger flowers are deeper purple lisianthus, some still in compact buds, some partially unfurled to reveal ruffled interiors that suggest late-summer gardens. Sprays of red Hypericum berries bring lively accents of glossy crimson, their round forms offering small, happy punctuation points throughout. The foliage selection is rich and layered - from broad, reflective leaves that create a solid base to fine, feathery greens that add depth and softness, plus occasional dark burgundy sprigs that enrich the shadow areas. Soft light caresses the petals, revealing textures and the gentle scent of cut blooms. A bouquet like this feels at home both as a refined centrepiece for a celebration near Addington Palace and as a comforting gift for someone in the local community, available for careful local delivery across Addington and surrounding neighbourhoods.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Captured in soft studio light against a clean white backdrop, this circular bouquet reads like a quiet morning in bloom, an elegant composition favoured by brides and families alike across Addington. Several broad, white lilies form the main visual anchors, their trumpet profiles opening to reveal pale green stamens and a mellow, almost buttery inner tone that contrasts with the lilies' crisp outer petals. Interspersed among them are numerous cream roses in varying stages of bloom - from snug, velvet-wrapped buds to delicately opened flowers whose layered petals create intimate, shadowed folds. Wisps of white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) are woven through the arrangement, lending a cloudlike texture that softens transitions between the larger blooms and fills the bouquet with intricate, breathable detail. Subtle sprays of green foliage peek out at the perimeter, their fresh hue framing the monochrome centre and reinforcing the bouquet's rounded silhouette. The scent is implied: a soft sweetness from the roses and a lighter, heady note from the lilies, suggesting a composition that would scent a small ceremony in Addington Village or a quiet reception near the park. Crafted with balanced density and symmetry, the bouquet conveys a refined calm - ideal for weddings, anniversaries, or a thoughtful gift - and evokes the steady, careful floral work local customers expect from Addington Florist when arranging same-day collection or nearby delivery.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A generously rounded bouquet spills across a white, studio-bright background, its blend of lilies, roses, and baby's breath arranged with the kind of care you'd expect from a long-established Addington florist. Broad, trumpet-shaped white lilies form the main structure, some fully open with gently curved petals and pale green centers, others still in crisp green buds that speak of just-cut freshness. Between their graceful blooms sit clusters of roses in soft blush pink and creamy ivory, their velvety petals layered like fine fabric, some blossoms tightly furled, others unfolding into lush, romantic rosettes. Punctuating this gentle palette are several vivid fuchsia and deep magenta Oriental lilies, likely Stargazer types, their petals decorated with darker speckles and prominent golden-yellow stamens that add depth and a sense of drama, as if capturing the energy of an Addington celebration. Tiny sprays of white gypsophila drift through the arrangement like a light mist, filling the spaces between larger flowers and lending a cloud-like softness to the dense, rounded form. Slivers of fresh green foliage, mostly lily leaves and rose stems, appear here and there, keeping the bouquet grounded and natural rather than overly formal. Lit with clear, even light, every texture is visible: the satin sheen of the lilies, the plush softness of the roses, and the fine, papery petals of baby's breath. The overall mood is joyful yet refined, making this bouquet perfectly suited to weddings at nearby churches, milestone birthdays in local homes, or same-day delivery across Addington when you want a floral gift that speaks of romance, admiration, and thoughtful celebration.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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Soft morning light describes every curve of this compact, domed arrangement, where pale pink roses and crisp white freesias form a harmonious, comforting landscape. The primary elements are mature, fully opened pink roses with velvety, layered petals that range from faint blush to a soft coral-pink; these are framed by clusters of smaller spray roses that add tenderness and subtle depth. Interspersed among them, white freesias stand upright in sprays-some blossoms unfurled to reveal tiny yellow stamens, others captured as narrow buds, lending a sense of unfolding time and promise. A tapestry of greens underpins the florals: broad, glossy leaves provide weight and contrast, while variegated foliage with cream-edged margins lifts the palette and introduces a delicate flicker of light across the dome. The design is dense and formal without feeling stiff; stems are hidden, and the overall silhouette is a neat, cushion-like mound that casts a soft shadow on the white surface beneath. The scent is quietly complex - the clean, honeyed freesia notes weaving with the sweet, familiar aroma of roses - evoking the hush of an early walk through Addington Village or the calm paths beneath the trees of Addington Hills. Suitable as a dignified sympathy tribute, a thoughtful memorial piece, or an elegant gift for intimate occasions, this arrangement reads as a little sanctuary in flowers: tender, composed, and resolutely hopeful.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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