Sympathy Flowers & Plants

The passing of a loved one can be a difficult time for you, your friends or family. Ah Sam is proud to be your local florist with an extensive selection of options. Whether you are paying tribute to your dearly departed, bringing joy to your bereaved friends and family, or celebrating a life exuberantly lived, we are here for you.

Choosing the right arrangement can be a deeply personal and hard choice. If you are having difficulty, give us a call or read more in our sympathy guide.

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We're offering our best designs during Valentine's week of February 10th - 19th. 
Beginning Wed., February 19th all our designs will be available for delivery and pickup.

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 Custom funeral flower designs are available. Our floral design experts will provide only the freshest flowers, plants and gifts for your heartfelt condolences. Please call the number listed above for personal assistance. We offer same-day delivery to San Mateo, surrounding areas or nationwide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why send sympathy flowers?

Sympathy flowers serve several purposes. They are a wonderful way to pay tribute to your dearly departed, they can bring comfort to your bereaved loved ones, and can help celebrate a life well-lived. Sending sympathy flowers is a wonderful way to show that you care.

Does Ah Sam have the best sympathy flowers?

Ah Sam offers creative and beautiful floral arrangements, crafted with blooms from local growers. Our floral arrangements are created with all the pride and quality that almost 90 years of business have cultivated. If you don’t see exactly what you want in our robust online catalog, call us. We are here for you.

What should I write on the sympathy card?

Offering your dearest and deepest condolences is a wonderful way to send care to your loved ones. Using traditional poems can provide a fair amount of comfort. Poems like Footsteps, Fallen Limb, and In Memoriam are very popular choices. If you aren’t quite sure, please feel free to call us. Our floral designers are here for you.

Where does Ah Sam deliver?

Ah Sam is proud to offer delivery to the greater Bay area, including, but not limited to: Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, Campbell, Colma, Cupertino, Daly City, El Granada, Emerald Hills, Redwood City, San Francisco, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Hillsborough, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Los Gatos, Los Gatos Hills, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Monte Sereno, Mountain View, Pacifica, Palo Alto, Portola Valley, Redwood Shores, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Jose, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Saratoga, South San Francisco, Skylawn, Sunnyvale, and Woodside.

What are some flowers that mean sympathy?

Flowers can say so much, so choosing your message with flowers can be useful. Lilies often represent the innocence restored after death and are a popular choice for sympathy arrangements. Statice stands for remembrance, Queen Anne’s Lace can be for sanctuary, hydrangeas for a heartfelt sentiment, delphinium to represent something more heavenly, and of course, Chrysanthemums to represent hope in the darkness. Let us tell you a little more about your arrangement. Call to connect with us today.

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