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This Valentine’s Day,
millions will send an
expression of love or
like to a special someone
by presenting beautiful
blooms. While a dozen red
roses may seem like the
obvious choice on
Valentine’s Day, the type
and length of the
relationship may deem
otherwise.
According to Dr. Bridget
Behe (a.k.a.
The Flower Doctor
– ) flowers offer up more
than just natural beauty.
Specific varieties, colors
or even how they are
presented can communicate
messages of love, romance,
adoration or even respect.
“Before selecting
flowers for a Valentine, it
is important to consider
which ones will best
represent your
relationship,” said Dr.
Behe. “Flower colors and
varieties hold a special
meaning and with a little
guidance, these beautiful
bouquets can sometimes
communicate better than
words.”
Red
Roses – While red roses
may be the most traditional
flowers received on
Valentine’s Day, Dr. Behe
believes they are also the
ultimate symbol of romantic
love. Red roses will
be most appreciated by
serious sweethearts, but
may not be the best
selection for friendships
or new relationships.
Pink Roses – Are you
a secret admirer? Then pink
roses are the best pick.
Roses in shades of pink
represent secret love
interests, Dr. Behe
recommends presenting a
small bunch of pink roses
to a secret crush. The
subtle color together with
the small scale of the
arrangement is a tasteful
way to say “I’m
interested.”
 Colorful Daisies –
Daisies are the perfect
flower for the family
matriarch on Valentine’s
Day. A bunch of daisies in
bright bold colors sent to
mom or grandma will convey
thoughts of love and
appreciation.
Lilies – In shades
of white, cream, yellow,
red and pink, lilies are
the true symbol of
sweetness and purity. An
arrangement of lilies is
the ideal flower to give a
special daughter.
Carnations –
Carnations symbolize a love
that has not yet not yet
blossomed. If embarking on
a first date on Valentine’s
Day or just starting to get
serious, a big bold bunch
of pink or red carnations
can make a dramatic
impression. According to
Dr. Behe, in recent years,
carnations have come into
favor. These long-lasting
blooms also signify hope of
a long-term relationship.
For more advice on
giving the best blooms as
well as answers to
cut-flower care and
handling questions, log
onto
The Flower Doctor
, where Dr. Behe will
respond via email to
inquiries and together with
her team of flower experts,
will also answer calls at
1-888-FLOWRMD –
[1-888-356-9763] – on
February 14 and 15 from
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM CST.
Dr. Bridget Behe
Throughout the year,
Dr. Behe hosts “Ask
Bridget,” a question and
answer section on
The Flower Doctor
, where
she has offered guidance
and helped remedy thousands
of flower-care dilemmas.
She draws from her
experience as a professor
in the Department of
Horticulture at Michigan
State University. She is
also a member of the OFA,
an association of
floriculture professionals,
the Michigan Nursery &
Landscape Association and
is a Michigan Floral
Association certified
florist.
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