by Tabitha Easley

Created on: February 08, 2010

When choosing the best type of flowers to give on Valentine’s Day, the first thing you need to decide is what is the nature of your relationship to the recipient? Is the person receiving the flowers a girlfriend, mother, aunt or friend? Different types of flowers can have a special meaning.

The ever popular rose holds a variety of meanings. The color of rose you choose to give has different meanings. A yellow rose signifies joy and friendship, a white rose expresses innocents, a pink rose shows gratitude and the red rose means love and passion. So depending on the relationship, a rose can be the perfect flower to give as a gift on Valentine’s Day.

Now the question is how many roses should you give? This also depends on the nature of your relationship and the number of years you have been together. If this is your first date with someone this Valentine’s Day, one single red rose will do. This means it was love at first sight. Giving two roses symbolizes that you have love and affection for someone. Surprising someone with three roses is usually done on your one month anniversary of your relationship; and finally, giving someone a bouquet of twelve roses signifies, “I’m yours!”  

Roses are not the only type of flower that has a significant meaning. The orchid represents seduction, beauty and love. If your Valentine has these qualities, choosing a bouquet of orchid would be a lovely gift.

The tulip is another great flower to surprise someone with this Valentine’s Day. The meaning of the tulip is, “perfect love.” If you are looking for the perfect type of flower to express to someone that they are your perfect match, the tulip is the right choice.

The sunflower doesn’t seem like it would be the perfect flower for the holiday of love, however, this flower symbolizes loyalty. Many people enjoy receiving the sunflower on Valentine’s Day because of its beauty. This is a great choice to show your significant other that you are loyal to them and only them.  

When choosing what type of flower to give as a gift this Valentine’s Day, just relax and focus on your true feelings for that special someone. Most importantly, show that special someone how you feel this holiday let them know they have made a difference in your life. Having someone to share this day of love with is very special, surprise your significant other with romance and flowers and it will be a holiday they will never forget.

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