Upper Clapton BASKETS / POSIES

At Upper Clapton Florist, our hand-crafted flower baskets and delicate posies are designed to bring warmth and comfort to every occasion. Working from the heart of Upper Clapton, just moments from Clapton Pond and the green spaces of Springfield Park, our skilled florists carefully select seasonal flowers for every design.

Whether you need a soft, thoughtful posy for a farewell tribute or a cheerful basket to brighten a home near Lea Bridge Road, we create each arrangement with care, balance and a keen eye for detail. Drawing on years of local experience in Hackney, we understand the styles and sentiments that mean the most to families across Stoke Newington, Lower Clapton and Tottenham.

Our team of experienced florists condition every stem by hand, ensuring your bouquets, baskets and posies arrive fresh, full and long-lasting. Need flowers quickly? We offer reliable same-day delivery across Upper Clapton and surrounding areas when you order online before 3 PM.

  • Thoughtfully designed baskets for gifts, get-well and sympathy
  • Classic and modern posies, tailored to your colour and style
  • Local knowledge of venues, homes and funeral directors in Hackney

Browse our curated collection of baskets and posies today, then order online with confidence, knowing your flowers are created and delivered by a trusted local expert at Upper Clapton Florist.

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BASKETS / POSIES
An intimate, texture-rich floral basket arranged to feel familiar and soothing, pictured against a clean white backdrop so every petal and leaf is clearly visible. Dominating the composition are several immaculate white Gerbera daisies; their smooth, circular petals draw the eye outward from dark brown to black centres that sit like small, steady hearts. Interleaved with those bold focal blooms are clusters of blush pink carnations - soft, ruffled, and layered - which give the bouquet a tactile, frothy presence that invites touch. Smaller white and pale yellow daisy-like flowers, likely chrysanthemums or asters, are scattered throughout to create a full, meadow-like density that softens the overall silhouette. Tiny, starry lavender-blue accents add a subtle coolness and visual depth, peeking from beneath leaves and between heads. The greenery is deliberately varied: round, silvery eucalyptus leaves lend a calming bluish sheen and faint citrusy scent, while glossy, deep-green ruscus spills out to the left, forming a graceful cascade that balances the rounded mass of blooms. The arrangement sits in a lightly coloured woven basket crafted from natural wood strips, its arched brown handle providing a warm, structural frame and a hint of country craft. Bright, even studio light highlights petal texture and leaf veining without harsh shadows, presenting the bouquet as fresh and composed. This piece reads as a considered gift for a neighbour or a sympathetic tribute for a local memorial service, something a Hackney florist might choose for delivery around Clapton Common, Chatsworth Road Market, or the surrounding streets to offer comfort and quiet elegance.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Close your eyes and imagine this Florist Choice Basket as described by a veteran local florist who knows the rhythms of our streets. Viewed from above, the arrangement bursts with an abundant mix of soft pinks, creamy whites, deep fuchsias, and fresh greens, all tucked into a rustic yet elegant white woven basket. The star performers rise above the rest: large hot pink peonies with their ruffled crowns; delicate white ranunculus with tightly wound petals; fluffy pink hydrangea clusters that feel like soft clouds; blush and cream roses weaving through the mass; and pristine white anemones with dramatic dark centers. Between these main blooms, small white fillers peek through, while wisps of eucalyptus lend a touch of woodland aroma and long, slender greenery that adds depth. The bouquet exudes a celebratory mood, whether for a birthday, an anniversary, or a heartfelt gesture. A clean white square overlay sits in the center, bearing the elegant script Florist Choice Basket with the price ?60 rendered below in bold sans-serif. For local residents and those in nearby Stoke Newington, Dalston, and Lower Clapton Road, this gift arrives with the assurance of freshness and care, supported by same-day delivery options to the likes of Stamford Hill. It's the kind of premium bouquet that blends artistry with practicality, a thoughtful choice when you want to say more than words can carry, today or for tomorrow's celebration.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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In this detailed image, a white woven basket with a high, curved handle is centred against a crisp white backdrop, showcasing a tranquil yet uplifting funeral flower arrangement. The basket appears sturdy but unobtrusive, allowing the flowers to tell the story. A single large creamy white rose occupies the centre, its velvety petals gently unfolding in a serene spiral, evoking peace and farewell. Flanking the rose are two rich purple calla lilies, their smooth, sculptural forms bending slightly inward, as if in a quiet bow of respect. Scattered elegantly throughout are light lavender and pale lilac clematis-style blooms, each with star-shaped petals and soft yellow centres that add a poetic, almost floating quality to the design. Cheerful yellow blossoms, reminiscent of alstroemeria or freesia, dot the arrangement like small beams of sunlight, offering a hint of comfort amidst grief. On the right side, a vivid magenta gerbera-type flower faces outward, its layered petals creating a bold focal note that suggests cherished memories standing out against time. Surrounding and supporting these blooms is a lush collar of deep and mid-green foliage, featuring glossy, rounded leaves and finer, airy sprigs that fill every gap without crowding the flowers. The composition feels carefully balanced and professionally crafted, similar to the thoughtful tributes often ordered for local chapels and services across Upper Clapton and nearby Clapton Common. A soft studio shadow beneath the basket gives depth and realism, while the clean background keeps attention firmly on the flowers, making this arrangement a gentle, dignified expression of sympathy and remembrance.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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Set against a spotless white backdrop, this light wicker basket cradles a tranquil funeral flower arrangement that seems to glow from within. The natural, pale handle curves smoothly over a generous mound of blooms, giving the piece a feeling of being carried with care, perhaps along a peaceful street in Upper Clapton on the way to a remembrance service. Creamy white roses sit proudly at the centre, their petals wide open and layered in soft whorls that suggest tenderness and a life well loved. Around them, delicate star-shaped clematis blossoms in gentle lavender and periwinkle hues unfold like small, celestial accents, each one marked by a distinctive yellow-green heart. These cooler tones are softly warmed by pale yellow and white flowers reminiscent of freesia, some fully open, others still in firm green buds, offering the sense of a story still unfolding. The scents implied are gentle rather than overpowering: a clean floral sweetness carried on the air. Rich green foliage, both broad and glossy and fine and feathery, weaves between the blooms, creating shadows, layers, and a subtle sense of movement, as if a light breeze had just passed. The basket's horizontal form and softly rounded top make it suitable for placing beside a photo frame, at the front of a chapel, or in a quiet corner of a family gathering near Millfields Park. It is a composed, reflective design, the kind of thoughtful work local florists create when the message must be one of respect, comfort, and enduring remembrance.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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An elegant sympathy flower basket is captured against a bright white backdrop, its pale wooden body shaped in a soft oblong with four tiny feet lifting it gently from the surface. A smooth, arched handle curves overhead, echoing the quiet dignity of a funeral gathering. The basket is filled to overflowing, the flowers arranged in a rounded dome that suggests generosity and heartfelt intention, much like the tributes often delivered to services around Upper Clapton and nearby Springfield Park chapels. At the heart of the design, creamy white roses open fully, their layered, velvety petals creating soft spirals that radiate calm and purity. Around them, deep red carnations cluster in rich, textured groups, each ruffled petal catching the light and bringing a sense of love, devotion, and honour to the piece. Scattered throughout are delicate pink and bi-coloured carnations, some with white petals finely edged in rose and crimson, adding gentle variation and tenderness. Slender stems of small white flowers, similar to freesias, lift above the main blooms, their bell-shaped heads and shy buds hinting at quiet memories and unspoken prayers. The flowers sit within a nest of lush greenery: broad, glossy leaves provide structure and depth, while light, feathery fronds of fern or asparagus plumosa soften the edges and give the impression of a garden lovingly gathered at its most beautiful. The light in the image is even and clear, illuminating every petal and leaf, helping the rich reds, soft creams, and deep greens stand out. As a tribute, this basket feels comforting and thoughtful, ideal for sending condolences or marking a farewell with grace in the Upper Clapton community.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Set against a clean white backdrop, this abundant, domed bouquet appears as if it has just been lifted from the bench of a skilled local florist in Upper Clapton, every stem considered and expertly placed. The composition is lush and rounded, densely packed so that petals and foliage seem to spill gently over one another without losing their elegant shape. At the centre, generous garden roses in pastel tones of soft pink, warm yellow, and delicate peach create a gentle, romantic core, their layered petals spiralling open to different degrees, from tight buds to full, cup-shaped blooms. Among them, star-like clematis flowers in pale lavender and creamy white stretch their slender petals outward, their sunny yellow centres catching the light and introducing a lighter, garden-inspired touch. Breaking up the softness, several blue eryngium - sea holly with spiky bracts and metallic blue-grey heads - rise slightly above the roses, adding structure and a contemporary, slightly wild edge that feels at home in the creative streets around Clapton Pond. Deep purple lisianthus blooms nestle between the larger flowers, some still in ruffled buds, others just beginning to unfurl, adding depth and a velvety richness. Bright red hypericum berries dot the bouquet like tiny lanterns, their smooth, round surfaces offering playful contrast in texture and colour. All of this is held within a base of varied greenery: polished broad leaves, soft feathery fronds, and the occasional darker, burgundy-tinted sprig that peeks through for extra dimension. The soft, even lighting emphasises the freshness and subtle sheen of each petal and leaf, creating the impression of a bouquet ready for joyful delivery across Upper Clapton, perfect for celebrating milestones, saying thank you, or bringing a little garden serenity indoors.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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From a direct top-down viewpoint this compact, circular bouquet presents a meticulous study in whites and creams - classic bridal proportions rendered with local sensibility. Broad, white oriental lilies dominate visually; their trumpet-shaped petals curve gracefully outward and reveal light green stamens that draw the eye to the flowers' elegant centres. Intermingled are numerous cream and ivory roses, most held in tight buds or just beginning to unfurl, their velvety layers adding softness and a subtle warmth to the predominantly white palette. Scattered throughout like a whisper are clusters of white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila), whose tiny, cloud-like florets fill negative space and lend an airy, romantic texture that contrasts with the lilies' structured form. Small flashes of vibrant green foliage peek from under the blooms, framing the round silhouette and anchoring the composition with fresh colour. The lighting reads like diffused morning light you might find near Millfields Park - soft, cool and flattering, preserving the delicate tonal shifts between white and cream. The scent profile would be gentle but memorable: the lilies' sweet, heady perfume balanced by the roses' more subtle, honeyed notes, while Gypsophila offers a faint, dry powderiness. Crafted with the calm expertise you'd expect from a Hackney florist, and available from Upper Clapton Florist for local delivery around Upper Clapton and nearby Stoke Newington, this bouquet is equally suited to weddings, thoughtful celebrations, or moments when quiet elegance is required.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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Held in a perfectly rounded silhouette and set against a crisp white background, this bouquet looks like it has just been finished on the bench of a careful local florist in Upper Clapton. At its heart, pristine white lilies open in generous trumpets, their petals gently curving back as if stretching in soft daylight, while a scattering of plump green buds promises fresh blooms in the days ahead. Around them, blush pink roses and creamy ivory roses are nestled closely together, their velvety petals layered in tight spirals and half-opened cups that evoke tenderness and quiet romance. Cutting through these softer tones are several dramatic fuchsia and magenta Oriental lilies, likely Stargazers, their petals flecked with deeper pink and burgundy spots and tipped with golden-yellow anthers that catch the light. A veil of delicate white baby's breath drifts throughout the bouquet, each tiny blossom adding texture and a cloud-like softness that lightens the whole design. Subtle touches of green foliage, mostly the sleek leaves of lilies and the more compact rose greenery, create a fresh framework without overwhelming the flowers. The overall effect is lush but not heavy, like a celebration held in one of the gardens near Millfields Park or by the canal on a bright morning. Even under the clean studio-style lighting, you can almost sense the gentle fragrance of lilies and roses mingling together. This arrangement radiates heartfelt emotion, making it ideal for weddings, engagement parties, or a sincere thank-you delivered across Upper Clapton and the surrounding Hackney streets.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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This meticulously arranged dome of flowers evokes the hush of an early morning garden, where soft pink roses and bright white freesia gather closely into a plush, compact shape against a stark white backdrop. The visual story opens with full, old-fashioned pink roses in a range of blush tones-petals layered in intoxicating spirals-paired with smaller spray roses that introduce delicate texture and subtle shifts in hue. Interspersed freesia stalks lift the design with verticality: their white, trumpet-like blossoms, some open to reveal pale yellow stamens and some still furled, offer a crisp scent imagined even in the image. Around and beneath the florals, glossy dark green leaves (think salal or ruscus) create a deep, velvety foundation, while lighter variegated leaves with cream margins-likely pittosporum-scatter light and add a gentle, sophisticated contrast. The arrangement reads as formal yet tender; the tight placement of blooms yields a cushiony surface without visible stems, suggesting careful hand-tying and floral craftsmanship. Soft natural light smooths edges and emphasizes the petals' softness and the greenery's sheen, making the pinks and whites appear calm and restorative. This piece is suited to intimate celebrations-birth, an understated birthday, or a thoughtful condolence gesture-and would be at home on a mantel or near a window on Chatsworth Road, by Clapton Pond, or in a neighbouring cottage in Upper Clapton where quiet beauty is cherished.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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