The laying of a wreath has been around for thousands of years. In ancient Greece, they were used to represent the circle of eternal life. The Christian tradition of laying evergreen wreaths was and still represents the victory of the eternal spirit over death. The tradition has also been recorded in Britain since early modern times but was thought to be pagan by Protestant reformers such as the Puritans. In the Victorian era when the language of flowers and their symbolism was at its height, the wreath bases were commonly crafted from cypress and willow. Today they are still a very beautiful tribute for a funeral whether you are religious or not.  Many designs are possible using different flowers and colour schemes. If you cannot see the flowers or colours you require please call the shop on 01204 674900 to discuss your requirements in more detail.