Sending flowers other than roses

For some reason there has been a tendency to associate Valentine’s Day with a specific type of flowers – red roses. Almost everyone will give a nice bouquet of red roses to their significant other. Yes, we all know that red roses signify true love, but there are many other flowers that one can also give for this special day. All flowers have a special meaning, so why not communicate that special message using a special bouquet of flowers other than roses.

When selecting the type of flowers, make sure you are aware of the meaning of the flower itself. Here is a list of some brilliant flowers and their meanings:

• Carnations are the second most given flowers on Valentine's Day, so why not giving out an arrangement of flowers including some carnations. Light red carnations signify admiration, while dark red symbolizes deep love and affection. White carnations suggest pure love and good luck, while a pink carnation symbolizes a mother’s underlying love.
• Send a bouquet of pink daffodils. Daffodils are one of the most popular flowers due to their unmatched beauty. This flower symbolizes regard and chivalry. It is indicative of new beginnings, rebirth, and eternal life. However be very careful. If you give a single daffodil, it symbolizes a misfortune, while a bouquet of daffodils indicates joy and happiness!
• Red Amaryllis is another type of beautiful flower that you can send this Valentine’s Day. Amaryllises are symbolic of splendid beauty. Also, used to indicate worth beyond beauty. I’m sure if you tell the meaning to the receiver, she/he will feel very flattered!

Flowers glossary guide

Have you ever seen a flower and wonder what its actual name is, or maybe heard a flower name and wonder what it would look like? For this Valentine’s Day if you want to give flowers to your significant other, this is the time to start getting to know flowers. This flower glossary guide will help you find out the common names of most flowers that people love! Also, discover the meaning of the names that each of these flowers has.

• Delphinium – This type of flower is commonly seen in a dramatic towering bundle in a mixed bouquet. Delphiniums, with their feathery blue flowers, symbolizes an open heart and passionate attachment.
• Iris - The distinctive three petals of this flower is said to represent faith, valor, and wisdom. This is a message that anyone would be honored to receive! .
• Lilies – these flowers are known for their elegant and artful petals. It’s said that lilies have several meanings depending on their hue. For example, white lilies symbolize virtue, while radiant orange tiger lilies symbolize pride and prosperity.
• Tulips – These spring flowers originated frp Persia and Turkey, then became popular in Holland by the 17th century. The word “tulip” comes from the Persian word “dulband” which means turban. This is because it resembles a turban. Tulips will be sure guarantee to warm the hearts of those you love!
• Orchids – Giving orchids as gifts is almost like taking someone to paradise because of its brilliant colors. There are five types of orchids: cymbidium, japhet, oncidium, phaleanopsis, and dendrobium. While they require extra care, any girl would be happy to receive one.
• Aster – These flowers have a yellow-button centers and colorful blossoms. The Aster is known as a talisman of love and symbolizes patience.

Relationship buying guide: one month

So it’s Valentine’s Day and you’ve only been together for one month. What to do? How big of a gift to get? You are still getting to know each other so you don’t want to scare or overwhelm your boyfriend or girlfriend too much, but at the same time you still want to show him or her how much you care. Your best bet is to keep the gift simple, small, but sweet. Think more sentimental rather than price. To achieve just that, here are some ideas to help you successfully navigate your first Valentine’s Day together.

For Her

• Send her a single flower, preferably her favorite one, with a heartfelt letter describing how much your first month together has meant to you
• Surprise her by cooking her favorite dish for dinner. Don’t worry if it doesn’t end up tasting exactly how you want it to. It’s the thought and the effort that she’ll appreciate the most.

For Him

• Give him a memory keepsake box and put something inside that reminds you off your first month together. With each anniversary, Valentines Day, and other milestones you can add something to the box. It’s something small but incredibly sentimental.
• Get him his favorite wine and a nice cozy blanket so you can spend the rest of the night watching some of his favorite movies. It’s a great way to keep the day simple, sweet, and intimate.

Relationship buying guide: six months

They say that the first months of a relationship can be the hardest. So after being together for 6 months you’ve probably gotten past this stage and have now comfortably settled into a nice routine for the both of you but be careful not to let the romance dwindle. Valentine’s Day offers the perfect occasion to strengthen the romance between you and your significant other. So buying him or her, the perfect gift to celebrate Valentine’s Day is a great way to keep things romantic. But as everyone knows, looking for the perfect gift for your significant other is already pretty difficult and it only gets tougher during Valentine’s Day. So here are some suggestions to help you find the perfect gift to show just how much you care.

For Her

• Buy her favorite designer perfume to wear to a nice dinner at a special restaurant for both of you
• Look for some nice heart necklaces. They are a beautiful way to let her know she always has your heart.

For Him

• Get him his favorite team’s sports jersey and surprise him with tickets to watch a game so he can wear it right away
• If he doesn’t have one already, try getting him a nice watch. It’s a wonderful way to express how much you enjoy and look forward to spending more time together

Relationship buying guide: one year

After being together for a year and having probably exchanged multiple gifts throughout the year, it may seem like you’ve run out of gift ideas for Valentine’s Day. If that’s the case, then it’s time to get back to basics. Get him or her a gift that reminds the both of you of the little moments the two of you have shared. Remember that it’s always the little things that can deepen your love for one another and strengthen the bond between the two of you.

For Her

• Find a photo that captures a special moment that the two of you shared and place it in a true love photo frame. It’s a nice way to always remember that moment.
• Take a decorative jar and fill it with 12 notes of why you love her. One note for each month you’ve been together.