Oxford Flower Baskets & Posies – Handcrafted by Local Florists

Nothing brightens someone’s day quite like a beautiful bouquet or flower basket, and at Flower Delivery Oxford, we specialise in crafting showstopping arrangements for any occasion. As a passionate local florist, we know Oxford inside out—from the peaceful banks of the River Cherwell to the lively atmosphere of Broad Street and the historic charm surrounding Carfax Tower. Our baskets and posies are perfect for birthdays, thank-you gifts, sympathy gestures, or simply to add a touch of natural beauty to your home.

Order from our curated online collection for swift, same-day flower delivery in Oxford and neighbouring areas like Summertown, Headington, and Jericho. Just place your order online before 3 PM, and our skilled florists will handcraft and deliver your flowers on the very same day.

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With years of experience and a true passion for flowers, our Oxford florist team takes pride in every arrangement. Trust Flower Delivery Oxford to deliver vibrant, fragrant blooms to you or your loved ones—crafted with heart, and inspired by the unique spirit of our city. Experience the difference a dedicated, local florist makes and let us help you spread joy throughout Oxford and beyond!

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BASKETS / POSIES
I often linger on the interplay of texture and tone in a handwoven basket like this, where creamy white Gerbera daisies stand as poised, luminous stars above a cloud of pale pink carnations. Each Gerbera's stark, dark brown centre provides a grounding contrast to its immaculate petals, while the carnations' frilly edges create a soft, voluminous halo that invites touch. Scattered through the arrangement, small white and pale-yellow daisy sprays-likely chrysanthemums or asters-build out the composition with a cheerful, abundant fill, and tiny violet-blue accent flowers nestle among the foliage to add a shy, cool spark of colour. The greenery is intentionally varied: round, silvery eucalyptus leaves lend a modern, aromatic lift, and deep green, glossy ruscus drapes from the left side, forming a graceful cascade that gives the bouquet movement and balance. The rustic light-wood basket, woven with visible texture, brings warmth and a handcrafted sensibility; its curved handle frames the blooms and suggests a present to be carried to a bedside or a small gathering. Bright, even studio light highlights the fresh surfaces of each petal and leaf, making the bouquet read as both lively and tender. In an Oxford context-imagining it arriving at a cosy flat near Jericho or a lunchtime delivery to a table in the Covered Market-this arrangement feels perfectly suited for bringing comfort, celebrating a quiet success, or offering everyday joy with a composed, thoughtful presence.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Imagine standing in a sun-washed studio in Oxford as this Florist Choice Basket takes shape from a generous palette of blooms. The overhead view reveals an opulent mix of large hot pink peonies, creamy white roses, pale pink hydrangeas, delicate white ranunculus, and crisp white anemones with their dark centers, all gilded by soft fuchsias and tender greens. Eucalyptus fronds thread through, adding a whisper of woodland freshness, while smaller white fillers brighten the composition. The basket is a pale woven basket, sturdy yet elegant, its handle just peeking through the blossoms, as if cradling a treasure. A white square overlay anchors the center, with Florist Choice Basket written in a graceful script and the price ?60 in a bold sans-serif. The effect is luxurious yet accessible, a ready-to-gift arrangement that feels appropriate for anniversaries, birthdays, or a heartfelt apology. In Oxford, the bouquet would feel at home in a city garden on Port Meadow or a cosy doorway on Woodstock Road, and it would travel with the ease of same-day delivery to nearby neighbourhoods such as Jericho, Cowley Road, or Summertown. This is a craft piece by a local florist, balancing lavish color with natural textures, so the recipient senses both the thought and the place. The result is a tangible expression of care, a bouquet that announces celebration while carrying the lightness of an Oxford morning and a smile from a florist who knows the city well, ready to brighten a doorstep with fresh flowers.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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In this image, a pale woven funeral basket sits alone against a pure white backdrop, the simplicity of the setting allowing every detail of the arrangement to speak clearly, much like the quiet dignity of an Oxford memorial service. The basket is crafted in an off-white tone with a prominent, curved handle that arches protectively over the flowers, suggesting an embrace of comfort and care. At the heart of the composition lies a creamy white rose, its velvety petals tightly wrapped in a classic spiral, embodying purity, remembrance, and unspoken affection. Framing this central rose are deep purple calla lilies, their smooth, trumpet-shaped blooms curling inward with understated drama, adding richness and a ceremonial feel that echoes the historic gravitas of Oxford's colleges and churches. Threaded between them are clusters of soft lavender and pale lilac clematis-like flowers, each star-shaped petal tipped with a faint glow of yellow at the centre, lending lightness and a touch of garden romance. Sprays of small yellow and white, bell-like blossoms-freesia or alstroemeria in style-punctuate the greenery, offering gentle sparks of brightness, the visual equivalent of whispered words of comfort. Toward the right, a single magenta gerbera daisy leans forward, its perfectly radiating petals adding a bold yet tender note, perhaps symbolising one vivid personality remembered among many. The entire design is cradled by an abundance of glossy, rounded leaves and finer light green sprigs, which form a lush, verdant cushion beneath the flowers. Rounded and carefully balanced, this professionally arranged tribute would sit beautifully beside a framed photograph, on a lectern, or near the front of an Oxford chapel, conveying heartfelt condolences with grace and refinement.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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The photograph shows a beautifully composed sympathy basket, designed in a calm, contemplative style that would be at home in any Oxford memorial setting. A light-toned wicker basket, almost ivory in colour, sits on a white background, its weave neat and fine, with a matching handle that curves smoothly from one side to the other. The flowers rise in a soft, rounded mound above the rim, anchored by several large creamy white roses. These roses are fully open, their layered petals lush and velvety, inviting you to imagine their gentle fragrance and the quiet messages of love they carry. Threaded among them are pale lavender clematis blooms, each one star-shaped with a striking yellow-green centre that flickers visually like candlelight in one of the city's historic chapels. Clusters of smaller white and pale yellow flowers-freesia-like in their shape and lightness-are scattered through the design, some in tight buds, some just beginning to blossom, evoking a sense of unfolding remembrance. Ruffled white flowers akin to lisianthus fill any gaps, adding a soft, cloud-like quality. Framing the blossoms is a generous collar of deep green foliage, glossy and fresh, providing contrast that makes the pale petals appear even more luminous. The colour harmony of white, cream, lemon, and soft lilac feels appropriate for condolence flowers being delivered to homes in Jericho, Cowley, or Botley, or placed beside a casket at a local crematorium. The mood is serene and respectful, a quiet expression of sympathy and support during times of loss in the Oxford community.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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This image captures a delicately balanced funeral flower basket, arranged with the quiet respect that suits a farewell in Oxford, from the historic colleges near the High Street to the quieter suburbs beyond. The base is a light, natural wooden basket with an elongated oval shape, constructed from narrow, even slats that give it a handcrafted feel. It stands on small, subtle feet, lifting it slightly and giving the whole piece a sense of importance, while an arched handle curves gently over the top. Resting within this frame is a rounded mound of fresh flowers and foliage, shaped so that the blooms appear to rise and then softly cascade towards the edges. At the centre are open creamy white roses, their layered petals unfurling in soft spirals, inviting the fingertips to imagine their silky texture and suggesting peace, reverence, and unconditional love. Around and between them sit numerous red carnations, each head full with ruffled petals, creating pockets of deep colour and textured interest. Interspersed throughout are lighter carnations in blush and white, some with pink or red edging, which lend subtle variation and soften the contrast between the strong red and the gentle ivory. Slender sprays of small white flowers, similar to freesias, thread upwards, some in bloom, some still waiting to open, representing continuity, hope, and quieter moments of reflection. The whole composition is supported by a base of lush greenery: broad, glossy leaves provide a solid foundation, while delicate, feathery stems reach outwards, giving the tribute an almost garden-like naturalness. Against the bright white background, the arrangement feels both intimate and composed, the kind of sympathy basket that would bring comfort whether placed in an Oxford chapel or delivered to a family home near Port Meadow or Jericho.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Photographed against a pure white background, this lush bouquet forms a rounded dome of colour and texture, like a carefully crafted arrangement waiting on a workbench in an Oxford studio near Jericho. At its heart, generously petalled garden roses in shades of soft pink, warm yellow, and creamy peach dominate the composition. Their petals twist in delicate spirals, some blooms fully open and relaxed, others partly closed, giving the arrangement an organic, breathing quality. Weaving gracefully among the roses are clematis flowers with fine, star-shaped petals in pale lavender and white. Their open, almost translucent petals frame bright yellow centers, bringing a light, airy touch that softens the denser forms around them. Piercing through the pastels are stems of blue eryngium, or sea holly, with spiky, metallic blue-grey heads that add distinct texture and a contemporary edge, echoing the contrast of old stone and modern life along the High Street. Between these structural accents nestle velvety purple lisianthus blooms and buds, their ruffled edges and deeper tones providing visual depth and a sense of gentle movement. Bright red hypericum berries, smooth and bead-like, are scattered throughout the bouquet, creating vivid flashes of colour that catch the eye. A generous foundation of mixed greenery supports the entire arrangement-broad, glossy leaves, fine, feathery sprigs, and hints of dark, burgundy-tinted foliage that lend richness and subtle shadow. The overall impression is one of elegant abundance and thoughtful design, the kind of bouquet that would feel at home in an Oxford college room, a North Oxford townhouse, or as a celebratory gift delivered after a successful exam or promotion.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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Aerial and immaculate, this round bridal-style bouquet rests on a pure white field, each blossom chosen and placed to emphasise purity and balance. Broad white lilies form the focal points; their trumpet petals fold back to expose pale green stamens and subtle veining that gives each bloom a sculptural presence. Interwoven among the lilies are clusters of cream and ivory roses, many held as tight buds or in the first gentle stages of opening, creating a soft, pillowed texture that contrasts with the lilies' architectural shape. Sprigs of miniature white Baby's Breath (Gypsophila) thread through the arrangement like a veil, adding tiny points of light and an airy softness that prevents the composition from feeling too dense. Small flashes of green foliage appear around the circumference, their cool hue grounding the bouquet and shaping its circular silhouette. The overall effect is luminous and restrained-ideal for weddings, christenings, or dignified remembrances-conveying hope, tenderness, and classical elegance. The scent is suggested rather than overpowering: a clean floral sweetness from the roses warmed by the heady, lily note. Hand-finished by experienced florists in Oxford, this design reflects the quiet refinement you see on ceremonial tables around University Parks and in intimate ceremonies near the Radcliffe Camera. Flower Delivery Oxford prepares such arrangements with steady hands, mindful of texture, scent, and the emotion each white bloom carries.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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Presented against a seamless white backdrop, this lush, globe-shaped bouquet of lilies and roses looks as if it has just been arranged on a workbench in an Oxford florist's studio. Large, snow-white lilies provide the main architectural structure, their trumpet-shaped blooms opening in sweeping curves while a few elongated green buds hint at flowers still to come. Nestled tightly around them, blush pink and creamy ivory roses form a soft halo, some still tightly furled, others fully open so that their velvety petals create layered rosettes that invite the imagination to linger on their gentle fragrance. Cutting through this serene blend of whites and pastels are vivid fuchsia and deep magenta Oriental lilies, likely Stargazers, whose petals are flushed with rich pink and sprinkled with darker speckles, their yellow anthers adding a bright spark at the heart of each bloom. Throughout the bouquet, delicate sprigs of white baby's breath weave in and out, filling gaps and forming a fine, mist-like texture that softens the composition's dense, rounded form. Hints of fresh green foliage peep out from the mass of petals, adding depth and a sense of natural ease reminiscent of strolling through Christ Church Meadow or along the river by Folly Bridge. The lighting is bright and even, creating a vivid, lifelike impression of each blossom's shape and texture without harsh shadows. The arrangement's mood is romantic yet versatile, suitable for a graduation celebration in the city centre, a birthday in Headington, or a quiet gesture of affection sent to a loved one in Cowley.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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A lush, compact dome of pink roses and white freesia, arranged with the careful restraint of a seasoned Oxford florist, sits against a stark white background and radiates calm. The piece is built around classic, fully opened pink roses - some with broad, velvety petals unfurled into generous cups, others smaller and more tightly packed in spray clusters, creating a chorus of blush and deeper rose tones that suggest warmth without exuberance. Interwoven are clusters of pure white freesia: delicate, trumpet-like blooms that offer a subtle citrus-floral scent, a few open to reveal pale yellow stamens while others remain slender buds, promising to soften further over time. Soft filler blooms and petite white garden roses or similar buds nestle between the larger forms, adding depth and a couture sense of fullness. The green backdrop is important to the effect - glossy dark leaves (think salal or ruscus) ground the piece, while variegated leaves with creamy edges brighten the composition and bring a gentle, painterly contrast. The arrangement's compact, domed silhouette hides stems and mechanics, lending a formal, refined presence suited to a memorial or a heartfelt tribute delivered to a chapel on Cowley Road or left at a wreath near the Covered Market. As a florist at Flower Delivery Oxford I'd describe the tactile softness of the petals, the quiet scent sweeping up from the freesias, and the comforting symmetry - an intentional, comforting statement of condolence and remembrance crafted with local care and floral expertise.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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