Whether it's a recent loss or one you've been mourning for years, visiting your loved one's gravestone can offer solace. Although some people bring mementos or cards to offer to their loved ones, the most popular thing that's left behind is flowers. If you're interested in bringing flowers to your next visit, consider some of the best options to leave near the headstone.

What Types of Flowers Are Appropriate for Gravestones?

1. Carnations 

Carnations are the perfect flower if you want to visit the gravestone of someone you loved. They can be used to honor your spouse or partner or for someone you shared a close connection with during their life. Although the colors are bold, you can always opt for white carnations to signify remembrance. 

2. Roses

Roses are one of the most common flowers left on gravestones. They're a symbol of mourning and a classic flower option regardless of your relationship with the deceased. Each color represents something different. Red is for passion, pink is for friendship, and white is for purity. 

3. Lilies

Lillies are beautiful flowers that symbolize a range of feelings based on their color. Orange represents passion, white symbolizes modesty, while the Lily of the Valley is used to show purity. They can also be a way of expressing rebirth, good luck, or even motherhood.

4. Poppies

Poppy flowers tend to represent consolation and are often used to decorate the gravestones of veterans. They're a popular option for springtime visits and can be found in a variety of different colors. 

5. Daffodils

Daffodils are a great option to leave near gravestones during the winter months, as that's when they tend to bloom. These yellow flowers can represent signs of friendship and chivalry, but they also tend to be a symbol of eternal life, new beginnings, and rebirth.

If you're looking for the perfect memorial to leave your loved one, Tri-County Memorials in Waterford, CT, can help. They've been helping families celebrate their loved ones with custom-crafted monuments since 1973. Whether you need decorative gravestones, monument restoration, or grave markers, their team is standing by to help ensure you honor the lives of those closest to you. They also offer cleaning and repair services, along with unique products such as sand and etch plaques. To learn more about their services, visit their website. You can also call (860) 443-8744 to contact their Waterford location, (860) 886-6200 to connect with someone in Norwich, or  (860) 456-8658 for their Willimantic branch.