Valentine’s Day Flowers

Unless you’ve been living under a rock your whole life, you’ll know that without a doubt roses are the ideal traditional flower to give to a loved one on February 14th of each year – Valentine’s Day.

Where did Valentine’s Day originate from?

Valentine’s Day dates back to the middle ages, and the name Valentine can refer to a number of Christian religious figureheads and romantics.

Why is the rose so heavily associated with Valentine’s Day?

Throughout the ages, the rose has been a symbol for love, romance and passion.

This is first thought to have stemmed from Roman mythology, more specifically the goddess Venus who represented love.

Saint Valentine’s Day has a mythological history that is not completely certain, it is based loosely upon a cruel Roman leader who changed his ways to become a sympathetic, loving man.

Valentine’s Day Worldwide

February 14th is generally only practiced and celebrated in English speaking Western countries. Some countries such as the United Arab Emirates have banned the celebration of romance as Valentine’s Day is seen as an anti-Islam and irrelevant holiday.

A single pristine red rose can be as flattering as a dozen roses on Valentine’s Day. Make sure to add your own personally written (and even created) note to let him or her know you care as well.