The flowers were of two varieties, one being the decorative kind, including cut flowers like zebra plant, asparagus and daisy and the other, more traditional varieties like rose and white marigold (Vellai samandi in Tamil).
Working at a brisk pace, knitting garlands to decorate the army truck and gun-carriage, Velu, a senior florist from Koyambedu market told PTI, "The choice of flowers should sync with the sombre mood on the occasion, that is the most important thing."
Cut flowers and marigold were sourced from different destinations, including Bengaluru, he said.
"40 of us have been working since 3 AM today knitting the flower garlands, piecing together cut-flowers and giving it the required shape and look."
Although the task was quite laborious, he said, "We are satisfied to see that it soothes people who are grieved over the demise of Amma.
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