Purple Calla Lily Sheaf

Deep purple flowers, tied by hand

This design uses one kind of flower repeated, so nothing distracts from the shape of each bloom. Every calla has a smooth, curving trumpet at the top of a long, clean stem. When the florist ties a sheaf, calla lily stems are the whole point: laid side by side and gathered with the ribbon, they form a flat-backed bunch, with the dark flowers fanned out at one end and straight green stems on show at the other. It is made to lie flat on or beside the coffin.

Many calla designs are tied with a natural ribbon and complemented by folded aspidistra leaves and dracaena, which add green foliage around the flowers. This one keeps the attention on the callas themselves. Their rich, velvety purple is close to plum in some lights, and the silver-grey ribbon sits quietly against it, so the whole tribute feels cool and calm rather than heavy.

Why choose a purple calla lily sheaf

Purple has long been linked with dignity, respect and remembrance, and many people find a deep shade more fitting than a bright flower at a funeral. The calla is often seen as a flower of rebirth and peace. Together they make a tribute that feels considered and grown-up, and it suits someone with a strong sense of style, a love of modern things, or a favourite flower they would recognise straight away.

The calla, Zantedeschia, comes from southern Africa and is not a true lily. What looks like one large petal is really a sheath wrapped around a slim central spike, which is why each flower has such a smooth, sculpted form.

Prefer the classic way? The classic white calla is a familiar funeral flower, and if you would like white flowers, see our white roses and lilies tied the same way. For softer tones there is a lilac design, and all our purple funeral flowers are on one page.

Sizes and prices

There are three sizes: Standard £82.49, Preferred £93.49 and Elegant £104.49. The larger sizes add more stems of the same flowers, so the fan is wider and fuller while the design stays the same. If deep purple callas are not available that week, the florist may use another flower of the same colour and style, of equal or greater value.

Card message and flower delivery

Every order comes with a card for your message. Give us the date of the funeral and the address of the funeral director or the family's home, and the flowers will be delivered ready to lay down. Delivery runs Monday to Saturday, from tomorrow onwards; there is no delivery on Sundays or bank holidays, and we cannot deliver to AB10 postcodes. Delivery is one charge of £12.49 per order to one address, added at checkout.

Questions about these calla lilies

Where are the flowers placed at the funeral?

The funeral director lays them flat on or beside the coffin. Many families take them to the graveside afterwards.

Are calla lilies safe around pets?

They are not true lilies, but they can still irritate the mouth and stomach of cats and dogs if chewed, so keep the flowers out of reach at home.

Does this design come in other colours?

No, it is made in deep purple only. For other colours, browse our funeral sheaves.

What should I write on the card?

A short, sincere line is enough. Our guide on what to write on funeral flowers has ideas.