Baskets & Posies in Hitchin – Handcrafted for Every Occasion

Welcome to your local florist in Hitchin, specialising in thoughtfully arranged flowers, charming baskets, and delicate posies sure to brighten anyone’s day. Nestled near Market Place and just a stone's throw from St Mary’s Church, our experienced team carefully selects each bloom to create bouquets that capture the essence of Hitchin and its surroundings – including Letchworth Garden City and Stevenage.

We believe in the personal touch, combining years of expertise with a warm, local welcome that makes receiving flowers from us a true pleasure. From classic sympathy posies to vibrant celebration baskets, every design is handmade with attention to detail and a genuine love for what we do. Whether you’re sending a heartfelt gift to a loved one in Windmill Hill, or need an elegant arrangement delivered to a business on Bancroft, we’re proud to offer same-day delivery in Hitchin and nearby towns when you order online before 3 PM.

  • Serving Letchworth, Stevenage, and the heart of Hitchin
  • Hand-tied baskets & bespoke posies for any occasion
  • Locally sourced flowers, arranged by real florists

Experience trusted Flower Delivery Hitchin from a knowledgeable, friendly team who care about every order. Browse our lovely selection of baskets and posies and let us deliver the perfect touch of floral beauty to your door today!

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BASKETS / POSIES
A carefully composed floral basket that reads as both rustic and refined, captured on a brilliant white background to show the freshness of every bloom. Dominant in the design are crisp white Gerbera daisies whose broad, clean petals surround deep brown-black centres, creating strong, cheerful focal points. Soft pink carnations are clustered throughout, their layered, ruffled texture bringing a tender, romantic softness to the arrangement. Abundant filler blossoms-small, daisy-like chrysanthemums or asters in white and pale yellow-fill the negative space, creating a plush, garden-like density. Interspersed among them are tiny, starry purple-blue flowers that peek through the greens like unexpected notes of cool colour. The foliage variety is key: rounded silvery eucalyptus leaves add a soothing scent and contemporary silhouette, while darker glossy ruscus elegantly cascades out to the left, giving the basket a graceful, slightly asymmetrical profile. The flowers sit within a light-coloured, handwoven wicker basket finished with a curved wooden handle that frames the composition and makes the piece feel ready to carry to a bedside or table. Lighting is soft but clear, highlighting petal edges, leaf texture, and the gentle interplay of shadow and form-suggesting the quiet morning light often found around Hitchin's Market Place or along Tilehouse Street. Crafted with a seasoned florist's eye, this basket-available for local delivery from Flower Delivery Hitchin-works beautifully as a comforting sympathy tribute, a gracious thank-you, or a serene home centerpiece.
ALWAYS HERE FOR YOU BASKET
£50.00
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Close your eyes and step into the aroma-rich world of a Hitchin window display, where this Florist Choice Basket invites celebration and comfort in equal measure. From above, the arrangement glows with a careful balance of soft pinks, creamy whites, deep fuchsias, and fresh greens, all anchored by a sturdy light-colored woven basket. Dominant blossoms-the hot pink peonies with their ruffled splendor, the tight spirals of white ranunculus, the cloudlike hydrangeas in pale pink, and the blush-to-cream roses-are interlaced with delicate white anemones that crown the composition with dramatic centers. Interspersed filler blooms and wisps of eucalyptus lend air and texture, while the whole feels coaxed into life by careful spacing and thoughtful layering. The photograph suggests a quiet festive mood, suitable for weddings, anniversaries, or simply brightening someone's day, perhaps gifted from a local Hitchin florist to mark a milestone. The scene is completed by a crisp white overlay bearing the Florist Choice Basket and a bold ?60, inviting viewers to imagine the same-day delivery options available to families and friends living near Market Place, Old Town, and the railway station.
FLORIST CHOICE SYMPATHY BASKET
£60.00
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An elegant funeral flower basket is captured in a clean, white studio setting, the simplicity of the background allowing every petal and leaf to stand out with clarity, as if you were viewing it in a quiet Hitchin chapel. The basket itself is woven in a pale cream or off-white tone, with a sturdy, gently arching handle that frames the flowers below. Rising from the basket is a full, rounded display of fresh blooms in soothing shades of white, purple, yellow, and green, designed to offer comfort and convey respect. At the centre sits a velvety creamy white rose, its petals curling inward in perfect symmetry, representing purity and remembrance. Around it curve several deep purple calla lilies, their sculpted, trumpet-shaped spathes lending the piece a refined and slightly dramatic character, ideal for a thoughtful tribute. Interwoven among them are slender stems of lilac and lavender clematis, each star-shaped flower light and airy, adding movement and a whisper of gentle colour, like blossoms you might notice on a walk through Hitchin's streets near Windmill Hill. Small trumpet or bell-shaped blooms in bright yellow and pure white-similar to freesia or alstroemeria-dot the arrangement, adding cheerful highlights that feel like moments of shared memories. A single bold magenta gerbera-style flower on the right offers a striking accent, its many petals radiating like a small sun. The entire bouquet is cradled in plush, layered greenery, from broad, glossy leaves to fine, fresh green sprigs, giving the design depth and texture. This carefully composed sympathy basket would sit beautifully beside a framed photograph at a service or be delivered quietly to a family home anywhere in Hitchin as a tender expression of support.
TREASURED MOMENTS BASKET
£65.00
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This image presents a refined sympathy flower basket, the kind a Hitchin family might choose for a simple, dignified farewell at St Mary's Church or a quiet home gathering off Bedford Road. A light, natural wicker basket, tinted soft beige and fitted with a gently curved handle, sits squarely against a plain white background, allowing every blossom to stand out. At the heart of the design, generous creamy white roses open fully, their layered petals forming round, peaceful faces that immediately draw the eye. Around them, sprays of freesia-like flowers in white and pale yellow weave in and out, some bells open and airy, others still in neat buds that promise fragrance, giving the arrangement movement and life. Threaded delicately through this softness are star-shaped clematis in shades of pale lavender and periwinkle blue, each bloom marked by a bright yellow-green centre, like tiny candles glowing among the petals. A rich collar of dark, glossy foliage supports the flowers, with wide, smooth leaves and finer stems overlapping to create depth, shadow and a sense of shelter. The palette remains cool and calm-ivory, soft lemon, gentle lilac-soothing rather than dramatic, ideal for honouring a loved one with restraint and tenderness. Crafted with the practiced hands of a local florist who understands the quiet needs of a memorial or condolence delivery around Hitchin town centre, this arrangement balances elegance with comfort. Visually, it feels like a still moment in a garden at first light: hushed, fresh, and filled with unspoken affection.
PEACE & PURITY BASKET
£65.00
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A tender funeral flower basket is captured in soft, even light, each detail visible against a bright white background that enhances its calm, respectful mood. The basket itself is made from pale, natural wood, with slim, horizontal slats and a gracefully arched handle, its slightly oblong shape resting on four modest feet that lift it delicately from the surface. Cradled within is a lush mound of flowers in a classic palette of creamy white, deep red, and gentle pink, ideal for expressing sympathy to a family in Hitchin or for placing by the altar at a local service. Creamy white roses open fully across the centre, their layered petals forming soft cups that convey innocence, remembrance, and enduring affection. Around them, clusters of rich red carnations bring warmth and emotional depth, their many ruffled petals creating a tactile, almost velvety texture. Interspersed are bi-coloured carnations in pale pink, with edges brushed in deeper reds, adding nuance and a gentle transition between the strong scarlet and the quiet whites. Small, star-like white flowers, likely freesias, thread through the arrangement, their airy stems and bell-shaped heads adding lightness and an impression of gentle fragrance. A dense base of dark, glossy greenery anchors the display, with broad leaves supporting the blooms and delicate, feathery sprigs of fern or asparagus plumosa spilling softly beyond the basket's rim. The flowers are arranged in a rounded, overflowing dome that suggests fullness of life and love, making this design a comforting tribute for funerals, memorial gatherings, or condolence deliveries across Hitchin's homes and funeral venues.
REMEMBRANCE BASKET
£60.00
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Set against a clean white backdrop, this rounded bouquet appears almost to glow, every bloom placed with intention and care. Soft pink, warm yellow, and peach garden roses form the foundation, their petals swirling inward like tiny whirlpools of colour, some fully open, others still cupped and full of promise. Nestled between these classic roses are light, star-shaped clematis blossoms in shades of white and pale lavender, their long petals stretching out gracefully from cheerful yellow centres. Blue eryngium, with its distinctive thistle-like, spiky heads, introduces a cool metallic blue tone and a slightly wild texture, giving the arrangement a contemporary edge. Rich purple lisianthus flowers wind through the bouquet, their ruffled blooms and buds adding a sense of movement and layered depth. Here and there, clusters of bright red hypericum berries glint against the petals, adding a juicy, berry-like pop that feels almost edible. Everything is supported by a tapestry of greenery: glossy leaves at the base, fine feathery fronds, and subtle touches of darker, wine-coloured foliage that create pockets of shadow and enhance the dome shape. The bouquet feels like a miniature garden gathered from around Hitchin, perhaps inspired by a stroll past the flower beds near the River Hiz or the seasonal colours around the town centre. It conveys a mood of gentle celebration and heartfelt sentiment, perfectly suited for marking milestones, sending thanks, or simply brightening a room, as if the calm, leafy character of Hitchin itself had been captured in flowers.
ETERNAL MEMORY POSY
£100.00
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From a bird's-eye perspective on a spotless white background, this perfectly rounded bouquet showcases a harmonious chorus of white blooms arranged with considered skill. Dominant are the large white lilies whose trumpet-like petals spread with graceful openness, their pale green stamens and delicate inner shading catching the light and drawing the eye inward. Cream and ivory roses nestle close by in various stages of bloom, from tight, elegant buds to softly opening heads that reveal silky, layered petals and a gentle, comforting texture. Interwoven throughout are delicate clusters of Gypsophila - tiny white Baby's Breath that provide a frothy veil and softens transitions between the larger flowers. Occasional glossy green leaves emerge around the perimeter, creating a crisp contrast that outlines the bouquet's rounded form and lends freshness to the monochrome palette. The overall scent profile is subtle yet evocative - the lilies' sweet perfume lifts in the air while the roses offer a warmer, more intimate fragrance. Photographed with even, natural illumination, the bouquet's symmetry and tidy construction speak of careful craftsmanship and reliability, qualities we provide across Hitchin and nearby villages; Flower Delivery Hitchin prepares similar arrangements for weddings by the Priory Memorial Gardens, church services at St Mary's, or elegant receptions near the Market Place. This design reads as classic and composed, a floral expression of purity, reassurance, and celebration that will suit bridal parties, memorials, or any occasion calling for understated beauty and thoughtful presentation.
COMPASSION POSY
£90.00
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A densely packed, rounded bouquet brimming with lilies, roses, and baby's breath is shown against a clean, white background, as though it has just been placed on a bright counter in a Hitchin florist's shop. At the centre, bold fuchsia Oriental lilies, similar to Stargazers, unfold their star-shaped petals in rich magenta tones, sprinkled with darker speckles and framing golden yellow anthers that glow warmly in the light. Around them, pristine white lilies stretch out like elegant trumpets, some already fully open, others still curled in fresh green buds, suggesting the arrangement will continue to change and bloom over several days in a home near Bancroft Gardens. Between the lilies, clusters of roses in soft blush pink and creamy white provide a romantic counterpoint, their velvety petals layered so closely that they resemble little sculptures of folded silk. Fine sprays of white gypsophila lace through the design, filling every tiny gap with airy, cloud-like blossoms that make the bouquet feel light despite its generous size. Hints of polished green foliage emerge at the edges, gently framing the flowers without breaking the smooth, dome-shaped silhouette. The lighting is bright and even, revealing subtle colour shifts-from pale cream at the base of a rose petal to deeper fuchsia along the edge of a lily-while keeping the overall mood calm and celebratory. This bouquet carries the feeling of joyful occasions in Hitchin, perfect for sending love to a new family in Bearton, celebrating a special birthday, or decorating a quietly elegant table for an intimate gathering at home.
CHERISHED MOMENTS POSY
£90.00
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A composition that reads like dawn breaking over a quiet Hitchin garden: pale and deeper pink roses crowd the centre in a harmonious, rounded cushion, their petals curling outwards in layered swirls that invite the fingertips. Between these focal roses, pure white freesia punctuates the scene - some flowers opened like tiny trumpets with faint yellow stamens, others still as tapered buds - lending upright lines and a gentle, fragrant note that shifts with each breath. Smaller spray roses and petite white blooms fill interstices, creating a quilted, full texture without showing a single stem; the silhouette is compact and deliberately domed. The foliage is carefully considered: broad, glossy dark-green leaves create a rich foundation while variegated leaves with cream-edged margins scatter a soft gleam across the arrangement, echoing early morning light. The overall colour story - soft pinks, crisp whites, and verdant greens - reads as soothing and affectionate, suited equally to a tender birthday, the welcome of a newborn, or an intimate get-well gesture. As a florist who walks past Hitchin Market and the benches by Oughtonhead Common, I picture delivering this to a neighbour on Sun Street or to a family gathering near the Market Place: fresh, fragrant, and composed with the modest refinement our local customers appreciate.
HEARTFELT SYMPATHY POSY
£90.00
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