Funerals are incredibly difficult times filled with immense grief While nothing can truly take away the pain of losing someone you love, small gestures of remembrance can provide some comfort One unique and meaningful way to honor those we’ve lost is by using forget me not seeds at funeral services.
An Overview of Forget Me Not Seeds
Forget me nots are tiny blue flowers that have long held significance in mourning and remembrance. Their name comes from an old legend about a knight who picked these blooms for his lady love. As he knelt by the river to collect them, his heavy armor caused him to sink and as he drowned he threw the flowers to shore and implored his lover to “forget me not.”
Today these vibrant blossoms are used to represent cherished memories and eternal love. Their seeds and live plants are given out at funerals as small tokens of comfort for grieving friends and family.
Forget me nots grow readily from seed and produce bushy mounds of green foliage covered in petite star-shaped flowers They thrive in cool weather and bloom prolifically in spring and fall in most climates, Their short stature makes them ideal for containers and flower beds
Why Use Forget Me Not Seeds at Funerals
One unique way for people who are grieving to plant memories of their loved ones who have died is to use forget me not seeds or starter plants. As long as the bluebells are blooming, it will always remind you of that person.
Handing out small envelopes or packets of these special seeds is also a thoughtful gesture for funeral guests. They can be taken home and planted in gardens to create permanent memorial spots filled with vivid forget me nots.
Care for and tend to a living tribute to the person who has died so that friends and family can feel connected to that person. While taking care of the flowers that are growing, it can be very relaxing to think about happy memories.
Planning With Forget Me Not Seeds
If you’d like to use forget me nots at an upcoming funeral service, you have a couple options. Most florists and nurseries that provide funeral flowers can also supply sealed seed packets along with arrangements and live potted plants.
Also, you can buy forget-me-not seeds in bulk online and put together your own unique seed packets. Look for non-GMO, high-germination options from reputable sources. Put little seeds in envelopes or tiny bags that can be sealed with a ribbon or sticker. Be careful not to spill the seeds.
Be sure to include planting and care instructions so recipients can successfully grow the meaningful blossoms. Consider date stamping the packets or adding a special quote or poem about remembrance.
You’ll need about 2-3 seeds per packet. You would need between 100 and 150 seeds to fill 50 funeral seed packets. For 100 guests, use 200-300 seeds. It’s easy to make packets for bigger services because a 1/4-ounce packet has more than 1,100 seeds in it.
If you’ll be providing live forget me not starter plants, allow 6-8 weeks for the nursery to grow young plants to an ideal size for giving out. You want them large enough to transplant easily but small enough to fit in a box or bag.
The Significance of These Special Flowers
Using forget me nots at funerals and memorial services is a tradition that dates back centuries. Their symbolic meaning transcends cultures and generations.
The act of planting these seeds represents cherishing memories and carrying a loved one’s legacy into the future. As Henry Alford said:
“Heaven gave us memory so we might have roses in December.”
Giving mourners forget me not seeds ensures their rose-like blooms will keep flourishing for years to come. The simple gift provides ongoing comfort while allowing us to honor those who have passed in a profoundly meaningful way.
Forget me nots hold deep significance and their tiny seeds offer an incredibly thoughtful funeral favor. Handing out these special flowers allows loved ones to create living memorials and find solace in the process of nourishing the blossoms.
With their connotation of undying love and remembrance, forget me nots are a fitting choice for funeral flowers and memorabilia. Their vibrant hues ensure passed loved ones will be forever remembered and their memory preserved in beautiful blooms.
Wildflower Memorial Gifts for Any Occasion
Forever Wildflowers offers a variety of wildflower seed gifts for funerals, memorial services, wedding and anniversary party favors, pet loss, company functions, celebrations, and much more. Personalized memorial seed packets and gifts make a great addition to every occasion.
The Idea of Wildflower Gifts
In 2002, we had the misfortune to lose several close family members in a very short time.
The cut flowers at the services were beautiful, but we left the services with empty hearts and hands and thought there had to be a better way to celebrate a life well lived. That nagging feeling stayed with us; there had to be a funeral keepsake for guests to remember the loved ones we lost and celebrate their lives in a tangible way….
Memorial Seed Bookmarks Grow Forget-Me-Nots
FAQ
Are forget-me-nots for funerals?
Both flowers bring encouragement and hope to a grieving family. The meaning of this flower shouldn’t be too difficult to decipher. The forget-me-not communicates a simple but essential message to a family: your loved one lives on in our hearts and memories.
What are the seeds for funeral gifts?
Giving seeds at a funeral is a sad event, but it sends a message of remembering, hope, and the value of life itself. Receiving a packet of seeds inspires people to grow even more wildflowers to attract and preserve our native pollinators.
What do you do with forget me not seeds?
Alternatively, for an informal planting, Forget-Me-Not seeds can be sown directly in the ground from late April. Clear the area of weeds and stones, and then wet the surface of the soil. Sprinkle seeds across the soil, and then lightly rake it over.