How to Make Funeral Flowers Last Longer During a Wake in Singapore

Flowers are usually included as part of the packages that are offered by funeral companies in Singapore. They can make wake venues appear a lot more palatable. They bring comfort, beauty, and a sense of peace to wake venues, while also serving as a way for family, friends, and colleagues to express their love and condolences. The most common floral arrangements that are in any funeral package even the most basic ones are the floral frame surrounding the enlarged funeral portrait to be placed at the altar table and the tabletop flower to be placed at the altar table. At times, family members might add on more flowers to help to create a respectful and comforting environment at the wake venue. In recent years, having a garden theme funeral where potted plants surround the entire perimeter of the wake venue has also been gaining popularity. Do note that these arrangements would typically come at an additional cost, understandably.

Bereaved family members usually ask us if we will replace the flowers if they do wilt in the course of the wake which can span from 1 to 7 days in Singapore. We do offer such a service at a nominal fee but for Chinese funerals like Buddhist and Taoist funerals it is not commonplace to have items replaced for the second time for it might signify that another death is imminent. Every thing is done only once, including the placement of the flowers. In such a case, people are left to wonder then how to keep the flowers fresh to prevent wilting for as long as they can? This is a real challenge in Singapore given its inherent climate but some small steps can be taken to slow down the process of the flowers dying as we will share below:

1. Keep the Flowers Hydrated
* Top up water daily: Ensure that floral foam (the green sponge-like base holding the flowers) is kept moist. Gently add clean water to the arrangement once or twice a day.
* Mist the petals: A light spray of water over the flowers helps them stay fresh.

2. Place Arrangements in Cooler Areas
Singapore’s warm and humid climate can cause flowers to wilt quickly.
* Keep arrangements away from direct sunlight, harsh lighting, or fans blowing directly onto them.
* If possible, lower the air-conditioning slightly in the room where flowers are placed.

3. Remove Wilted Stems Promptly
* Gently take out any wilted or discoloured flowers.
* This prevents bacteria from spreading to the rest of the arrangement, helping the others last longer.

4. Use Professional Floral Care
When you engage a funeral company in Singapore like Harmony Funeral Care, floral arrangements are carefully prepared with fresh, seasonal blooms.
* Our team uses quality flowers that are conditioned and treated for longevity.
* We also design arrangements in ways that maximise airflow and water retention.

Funeral flowers do more than decorate a wake — they create a comforting atmosphere and convey heartfelt messages of love and remembrance. With simple care, you can keep the arrangements looking fresh and respectful throughout the whole duration of the wake.
At Harmony Funeral Care, our funeral packages in Singapore include thoughtfully designed floral arrangements, crafted to reflect dignity and comfort. We also provide advice and support on maintaining flowers during the wake, so families can focus on honouring their loved ones. If you have a particular floral arrangement or colour theme in mind for the wake, do let us know and we will see what we can do just for you. We know such moments matter and that doing the best for the decedent is important. Let us help you through this.

🌸 To learn more about our funeral packages and floral arrangements, contact us at +65 94892424.