Valentine’s Day is one of the most, if not the most profitable celebration, for the florist business. It’s nice to receive a bouquet of red roses on Valentine’s Day, don’t get me wrong. But the thought that my man would spend close to $100 for a dozen boring-red-roses makes my eye twitch. Why not think outside the traditional box of chocolate and roses; and go for a different bloom…. or perhaps even a flowering plant?
1-800-Flowers, the popular online ordering has 12 long stem red roses for $69.99 + $14.99 service fee + $11.09 tax = $96.03. That’s highway robbery.
I always buy my flower bouquets at Costco. For $25 you can get a seasonal arrangement of mixed flowers (in-store).
They also offerer Valentine’s Day delivery specials when you order online. They have 10 long stem red roses for $39.99 + $5.20 tax and shipping is FREE! = $45.19. That’s half the price!
Why not chose your blooms for their hidden meanings or symbolic colours?
Types:
Anthurium – attraction
Aster – beginnings
Dogwood – endurance
Gardenia – grace
Gerbera – purity
Gypsophila – everlasting love
Heather – passion
Heliotrope – devotion
Hibiscus – opportunity
Honeysuckle – bonds of love
Hyacinth – young love
Mimosa – sensitivity
Orchid – ecstasy
Pansy – thoughtfulness
Periwinkle – promise
Poppy – dreams
Primrose – hope
Sweet Pea – lasting pleasure
Tulip – hopeless love
Violet – faithfulness
Colours:
Blue – trust and commitment
Green – self-respect, well-being and balance
Yellow – optimism, enlightenment and happiness
Orange – warmth and energy
Red – Passion and attention
Pink – fun, exciting, youthful and lightheartedness
White – Purity, innocence and simplicity
Purple – balance between calm blue and stimulation of red. Favoured by creative types.
For less impact on the wallet, choose flowers that are in season!
Winter blooms:
Hyacinth, Hydrangea and Ranunculus.
Year-round blooms:
Gerbera, Rose , Alstroemeria, Berried eucalyptus, Veronica, Lisianthus, Aster, Lily, Chrysanthemum, Hypericum berry, Phlox and Carnation.
What type of blooms can you associate yourself with? Do you have any budget conscious tips for our men on February 14th?