Pugh’s Flowers Blog

    Roses...... The most traditional and popular flower for Valentine's Day. In fact when you think Valentine's Day a few images come to mind. Hearts, ROSES, Chocolates. Teddy Bears, underwear and diamonds are right up there as well but the image of a perfect Red Rose is my first thought when hearing those words. Roses have long been the flower for February but they are not the only lovely blossom that conveys those romantic feelings.     Men, over the years, have developed the belief that only one flower typifies this February holiday: the traditional Valentines Day rose. But not just any rose. The red rose. As a result, the floral industry has to ramp up its efforts every year to try and come up with enough red roses to meet that heightened demand. That means flower growers kick it into high gear to push blooms to bud at exactly the right time, resulting in crazy-busy efforts to get the flowers harvested, processed, imported, trucked and then delivered to your florist so that we still have enough time to design a bouquet of Valentines roses that will blow your lady’s socks off (or whatever undergarment you prefer).  The pressure to provide roses in such abundance in such a limited window is enormous. Thus, red-rose prices end up far higher during the holiday season than at any other time of the year to cover all the extra costs associated with this  frantic production cycle. And what’s even crazier? Women don’t necessarily even prefer red roses! Sure, they are traditional, and lovely and romantic. But a variety of surveys, and my experience as a florist for the last 13 years, show that many women prefer other flowers. Maybe it’s the fact that roses are so traditional, and modern-day ladies want something a bit more unique, fun or personal. Whatever the case, you can feel confident that choosing blossoms other than roses won’t put you in the doghouse. Here are a few other romantic favorites that Women love.  Stargazer Lilies..... Stargazer Lilies These beauties are preferred by anyone who longs for a perfumed aroma from their purchase. Stargazers are a variety of lily renowned for their fragrance, as well as buds that continue to open for several days after purchase.  They are most commonly scene in romantic pink and white but they come in a stunning all white as well. Very elegant and when paired with roses or by themselves absolutely gorgeous! No wonder this flower is a favorite for any romantic occasion!  Orchids..... Orchids A stem of orchids often sells at the same price point as a Valentines rose stem, but orchids typically have a longer vase life. The hardy blooms come in a huge assortment of styles and colors, too, so you can choose a variety that matches your gal’s particular preferences. These are very sophisticated and elegant. They are so unique and stunning that they really do make the flower buying experience special! Callas...... Classy Callas These stately flowers (often referred to as Calla Lilies) are typically available in [...]