Flowers for the cemetery in Vienna
Grave decorations, dignified memorial bouquets and direct delivery to all Viennese cemeteries
In Vienna, tending graves is a deeply rooted tradition that connects generations. Whether for major memorial days like All Saints' Day, personal anniversaries, or for quiet, regular visits—appropriately chosen flowers demonstrate respect and keep the memory alive. If you're looking for flowers for the cemetery , we'll show you here what truly lasts and looks appropriate.
Which flowers are suitable for a cemetery?
Not every delicate houseplant can withstand the sometimes harsh conditions in a cemetery. Driving rain, intense summer sun, heat embedded in the stone, and nighttime frost all take their toll. Here's a practical assessment of which plants have the best chance of survival:
- Chrysanthemums: The undisputed classic for the autumn cemetery. They are extremely robust, bloom for a long time, and are available in countless muted colors.
- Erica (Heather): Highly hardy. Heather withstands even freezing frosts and retains its intense color. The perfect choice for the dark season.
- Pansies (Viola) and horned violets: They bloom almost all year round and tolerate even light sub-zero temperatures surprisingly well. They quickly and easily add splashes of color to the grave.
- Primroses: Typical early bloomers that often provide the first color as early as March and can easily withstand cool spring nights.
- Ivy and evergreen shrubs: Ideal for large-scale, low-maintenance plantings. Ivy grows densely, suppresses weeds, and provides a neat, green border year-round.
- Cut flowers in vases: Elegant varieties such as roses, large-flowered lilies, or gerberas are perfect for special anniversaries. However, one must be realistic: In unprotected outdoor conditions, they usually wilt after just a few days.
Grave decorations throughout the changing seasons
The choice of plants should always be based on the current weather conditions to avoid disappointment:
| season | Robust, recommended plants | Important care instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Spring | Primroses, pansies, tulips, daffodils | Planting from March onwards; bulbous plants must be planted the previous autumn. |
| Summer | Ice begonias, geraniums, busy Lizzies | High water requirements in hot weather; choose robust varieties for full sun locations. |
| Autumn | Chrysanthemums, Erica, cyclamen | The classic peak season for floral arrangements; place orders in time for All Saints' Day. |
| winter | Heather, silver fir branches, pine cone arrangements | Prefer dried flower arrangements; tightly bound arrangements that do not require watering. |
Practical tip for the Central Cemetery: Graves located on the sunny south side heat up extremely in summer and require much more frequent watering than shaded spots under mature trees. For exposed locations, be sure to choose heat-resistant plants such as classic upright geraniums or water-storing purslane.
The large and small cemeteries of Vienna
With over 50 cemeteries, Vienna boasts a remarkable cemetery culture. Some of the most important cemeteries that we regularly and reliably supply include:
- Vienna Central Cemetery (11th district, Simmering): Europe's second largest cemetery with well over 330,000 graves. World-renowned for its impressive Art Nouveau architecture, expansive avenues, and famous honorary graves (Beethoven, Schubert, Udo Jürgens).
- Hietzing Cemetery (13th district): Located in the immediate vicinity of Schönbrunn Palace Park. A very quiet, long-established cemetery with a strong park-like character and magnificent family tombs.
- Hernals Cemetery (17th district): A manageable, very atmospheric district cemetery, distinguished by its majestic, old trees.
- Neustift Cemetery (18th district, Währing): Idyllically nestled in the Viennese wine-growing region on the edge of the Vienna Woods, lined with historic, artistic graves.
- Baumgarten Cemetery (14th district, Penzing): A traditional, very well-maintained site, characterized by the long-standing proximity of established nurseries.
Convenience and safety: Have cemetery flowers delivered
There are many reasons why a personal visit to the grave might not be possible right now: long distances, health limitations, or simply a lack of time. In such cases, we as florists will respectfully arrange the grave decorations for you.
- Fresh grave bouquets: We tie classic or modern funeral bouquets and carefully place them in the fixed vase inserts at the grave.
- Memorial wreaths with personalized ribbons: Essential for funerals, family anniversaries, or the traditional All Saints' Day visit. We print the ribbon inscriptions according to your personal specifications. You can find detailed information under Order a funeral wreath .
- Weatherproof arrangements: Durable arrangements made of fir, cones and robust flowers that are firmly positioned on the grave.
- Seasonal planting: After prior telephone arrangement, we will gladly take care of the fresh, seasonal planting of the grave.
Essential for cemetery delivery: To ensure safe delivery of the arrangement to the often vast cemetery, we require absolute precision when placing your order. Please provide us with the exact name of the cemetery, as well as the section, row, and grave number , along with the full name of the deceased. Without these coordinates, finding the grave will be like searching for a needle in a haystack.
Order respectful grave decorations directly
Reliable, respectful and in keeping with Viennese tradition – we deliver memorial floral arrangements to all Viennese cemeteries.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes, we deliver regularly to the Central Cemetery. It's important that you provide us with the exact location (section, row, grave number). We will go directly to the grave and place the decorations respectfully. [FACT CHECK: If you don't know the exact grave details, the official website of Vienna Cemeteries (friedhoefewien.at) offers a very useful digital deceased search tool, which usually allows you to quickly find the coordinates.]
An attractive, fresh grave bouquet for placing in a vase starts at around €25. Bound funeral wreaths with a printed ribbon usually range from €60 to €150, depending on the diameter and the flowers chosen. For permanent arrangements or a complete seasonal planting, we are happy to advise you individually, as the price depends heavily on the size of the grave. Our guide to funeral wreath prices also provides an overview.
All Saints' Day (November 1st) marks the absolute peak of funeral floristry in Austria. Since workshops are working at full capacity this week and certain flowers sell out quickly, you should place your orders for arrangements and wreaths at least a full week in advance.
As a florist, we focus on floral grave decorations and seasonal plantings. For comprehensive, year-round grave maintenance contracts – including regular weeding, watering in the height of summer, removal of autumn leaves, and pruning of shrubs – we recommend the specialized grave care nurseries located directly at the cemeteries.
