• Putting flowers on headstones is a traditional custom in many cultures. It conveys respect and love for the beauty of the life now gone. There are many different types of floral arrangements designed especially for this occasion. For a longer-lasting tribute, you can ask the cemetery if they will allow you to plant flowers around the headstone.
  
  

Funeral Sheaf

• Funeral sheaves are the most common type of floral arrangements seen on headstones. Sheaves are bouquets of different flowers arranged in a decorative way and tied with colorful ribbon in the middle or at the base. Common flowers seen in a funeral sheaf are red roses, chrysanthemums, daisies and daffodils.
  
  

Funeral Wreath

• Funeral wreaths are another very common funeral floral arrangement. Wreaths are large and circular, with the flowers woven around a base. The circle is symbolic of the continuity of life. These can be custom designed with almost any flower or patterns of flowers you like. Wreaths also can include mosses, vines and other green foliage to make a beautiful, intricate pattern.
  
  

Flower Basket

• Flower baskets are another typical option found on headstones. Flowers and other foliage are arranged inside a wicker or woven basket.
  
  

Decorative Flower Shapes

• Many different shapes can be made using just the heads of different flowers. These are woven together to fill in a pattern or image. Common shapes are crosses, pillows and hearts.
  
  

Casket Spray

• Casket sprays are made to be placed on top of a casket or headstone and are usually chosen by the closest family members. These are large pieces that cover an extensive area and can be ordered with many different kinds of flowers.
  
  

Planting Perennial Flowers

• Ask the cemetery if you can plant and take care of some seasonal flowers. Many places won't allow this due to maintenance and other issues, but if they do it is best to plant something that blooms perennially, such as daisies or chrysanthemums.