Going all out with?Valentine’s Day?flowers is a tradition that will never go away.
If you’re looking for a little Valentine’s Day inspiration, we’ve found plenty of floral arrangements to send to your loved ones on Feb. 14, from romantic bouquets for your significant other to a pick-me-up for a friend who might need it.
What flowers are usually sent on Valentine’s Day?
While roses are said to have first become a symbol of love, desire and affection in the Victorian Era, floral retailers have become a lot more creative in recent years, allowing gift givers to be a lot more intentional and personalized with their Valentine’s Day floral deliveries. Does your lover love lilies? Do tulips tickle their fancy? Maybe they’re obsessed with carnations. Regardless, flowers of all kinds are completely appropriate for Valentine’s Day.
Certain florals also boast different symbols, so if you’re looking to send a more nuanced message than, say, romance associated with roses, you can also look into blooms like daisies, which represent new beginnings (such as in the case of a budding relationship), or peonies, which can symbolize the likes of goodwill and joy. While some opt to stick to tried-and-true reds and pinks, bright hues of all kinds are always a wise idea — bonus points for choosing their favorite color.
What day should you buy flowers for Valentine’s Day?
Day-of flowers will look and smell the freshest while boasting the longest shelf (or table) life for the recipient. But keep in mind that some retailers may add a price markup on both the product itself as well as shipping if you procrastinate. Plus, there’s always the risk of your favorite flowers being out of stock. So, if you see a bouquet they’ll love (we’ve got some great selections below), be sure to order it well in advance and schedule accordingly.
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Valentine’s Day flowers under $50
Traditionalists will love this soft and sweet pastel arrangement of roses and lilies and other favorites in a classic ginger vase.
Not only are orchids beautiful but they’re super low-maintenance, which makes them a great gift option for your not-so-green-thumbed friends. This purple orchid is the perfect celebratory shade to send for Valentine’s or Galentine’s Day.
If traditional pinks and reds aren’t really your style, send your (candy) crush this vibrant and warm bouquet of orange lilies, crimson roses and peach carnations.
Unsure what kind of roses they prefer? You can’t go wrong with this festive blend of blooms in hues of pink, red, coral, yellow and more.
Perfect for gifting to your easygoing loved ones, this adorable potted red anthurium plant is a thoughtful gift that, with a little care, can last for years to come.
Give your person a beautiful bloom that will last, and they won’t need a green thumb to keep this bright pink plant, which arrives blooming, around. Bonus: Bromeliad is safe for kids and pets, so they won’t have to worry.
Valentine’s Day flowers under $100
Gifting a bonsai tree is a great way to express friendship, love or respect to the ones closest to you. This azalea plant comes in a beautiful ceramic planter that’s ready to bring love into any home.
Bring a little joy to Mom’s or Grandma’s house with this bright and beautiful mix of roses, disbuds and dianthus in light lavender and deep purple, respectively. Add a voice note for a couple extra bucks to bring real tears to their eyes.
When it comes to Valentine’s Day, few things are more timeless than a simple bouquet of red roses in a glass vase. This bundle from Proflowers is a mix of farm-fresh roses and foliage, perfect for sending to that special someone.
Brighten their room, and day, with red roses dressed up with pink lilies and purple double lisianthus.
This mix of pink and red roses is accented by hypericum berries. The well-priced bouquet is an elegant step up from a standard rose assortment.
Red roses and fancy chocolates might seem a little obvious, but sometimes there’s a reason behind a long-running trope. People love roses and chocolates, and if your person does, this is what you get them.
Say it from the heart — whatever your feelings may be — with this gorgeous blend of vibrant and pastel tulips and deep purple irises.?
The object of your affection will love this sunset-hued bouquet, but they’ll love one of the optional add-ons (like sweet treats and self-care goodies) even more.
The hot-pink roses are great, but the stargazer lilies steal the spotlight in this gorgeous floral arrangement.
Send a letter full of love with this envelope-shaped planter that features succulents in shades of pink, red and purple.
Send well wishes with this mixed bouquet of pink and white tulips. Plus, these tulips will arrive as buds and bloom over time, making the beauty last even longer.
Gift your friends a treat for their eyes and their stomachs with this flower bouquet and cookie box duo.
Stuck on what to send? Opt for an array of hot-pink roses, pale pink alstroemeria and more, set in a glass cylinder vase. It’s the perfect arrangement to brighten their home during the dull winter months.
Valentine’s Day flowers over $100
These multicolored tulips are a striking addition to any desk, table or home living space with a gradient of dusty pink to almost-red petals. Sweeten the deal with a personalized video note and cherry blossom-scented candle.
For your celebrity-loving partner, get them the style they’ve seen on all the popular Instagram accounts — a box of 42 to 49 tightly arranged eternity roses that’ll symbolize your undying love.
Adding this fresh and flirty XO vase to a classic rose arrangement is a great way to give a gift that your loved one can use again and again for all their flower displays.
Make a major impact with a mix ??of a dozen preserved roses in red, light pink and lavender, displayed in a crisp white hat box-style container with a matching satin ribbon.
While this multicolored rose arrangement is stunning on its own, you can make your gift even cozier with this Moodcast Fragrance Co. candle. With notes of toasted praline, raspberry and jasmine, this candle is the perfect ambiance addition for Valentine’s Day.
