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With Valentine's Day quickly approaching, many people are thinking about sending flowers to thier girlfriend, wife, significant other...even their best friend.   There isn't a woman in the world who wouldn't love and appreciate a beautiful bouquet of fresh, fragrant flowers!

But did you know that flowers, especially roses, can convey a message without saying a word?  Giving roses on Valentines day, there are a lot of choices that can be made.  The biggest choice is color and it's the color that will convey the message.  Each color can mean something different. Make sure that your choice will say exactly what you want to say.

Red roses, of course, symbolize love.  Dramatic and passionate, a dozen red roses, or just a single bloom, will make your Valentine swoon with affection!

Yellow roses symbolize friendship and compassion.  Yellow roses are absolutely perfect for your best friend, whether that's a man or a woman!  Yellow also represents joy, and what better joy is there in this world that a good friend?

White roses can be somewhat of a mystery.  They symbolize a young or "new" love affair, and can also speak of innocence.  White is a perfect rose color to give to someone you've just started dating or someone with which you have a casual affectionate relationship.

The meaning of a pink rose can be complicated!  Pink roses can signify gratitude, gentleness, happiness or admiration.  Perfect for when you really don't know what it is you want to say!  Leave the interpretation up to the recipient!

Orange roses are my personal favorite.  Symbolizing passion, excitement and attraction, these roses will convey your real feelings!

Last but certainly not least - lavender blooms.  Lavender is a light purple rose that symbolizes mystery and mysticism.  A very dark purple rose signifies love at first sight!

Giving a bouqet of beautiful roses for Valentine's Day would be a gift that would warm the heart and be welcome by any anyone - man or woman - for whom you have a certain affection.  Use the colors of the roses send your message, or simply give a bouquet of assorted colors that say "I'm not sure what to say, but I sure do like you!"

Will You Be My Valentine?

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Flowers - Two Dozen Assorted Petite Roses with Vase
 
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Roses: Say "Thank you" with this assorted petite rose flower bouquet. It makes a wonderful get well flower gift or business flower gift too. From ProFlowers.

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  • Free glass vase with each purchase of a flower bouquet
  • Flowers arrive in our specially designed gift box with your personal message
  • Guaranteed fresh for 7 days or your money back
  • Flowers are carefully hand-picked, tied and shipped fresh from the fields
  • Contains 24 petite roses in bright, assorted colors

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Beautiful roses & a marvelous value
 
Review Date: June 18, 2005
Reviewer: Harvey, OR
This company does it right. Their prices beat every other flower seller (2 dozen roses for $30!). And the flowers are very fresh and long lasting. Note that they don't come with a vase, so you have to call them direct to order one.
Unparalled in Their Beauty & Service!
 
Review Date: November 27, 2006
Reviewer: Katie, PA , USA
I have received roses from many different places in my life, but when my husband began giving me roses from Pro Flowers, I couldn't believe my eyes - they're incredible!!! I had never seen roses that opened up to be that beautiful before! In fact, I even keep the dead ones in vases around my house because they look like they've been professionally dried - they actually retain their beauty - it's truly amazing!!!

My husband has been giving me roses from Pro Flowers for a little over a year now, and every time I see the box arriving I get excited to see which colors & vase I'm getting this time - they make a PERFECT gift!

Overall, I would HIGHLY recommend Pro Flowers roses to everyone who likes flowers &/or is looking for a REALLY NICE gift to send to that someone special. They are definitely unparalleled in their beauty!
Great Experience!
 
Review Date: May 9, 2005
Reviewer: S. Burtt, Mariposa, CA United States
First time ordering flowers through ProFlowers. Order was placed Thursday May 5th (before Midnight PST)per instructions and delivered the next day! Recipient was very pleased with the fresh double bouquet of roses!
Simply Gorgeous!
 
Review Date: April 22, 2006
Reviewer: Joni Ellsworth, Red Oak, TX USA
I ordered these for my mother for Easter. They arrived very well packaged, each rose was protected in the box. The roses were so fresh and pretty, and there were so many colors. The included instructions kept the flowers fresh for a week!
Fresh and lovely
 
Review Date: June 16, 2005
Reviewer: Suzanna N., Haverford, PA
My son sent me these lovely roses. They are so beautiful and long-lasting. I've ordered from ProFlowers myself, and I just love them! Highly recommend this company and product.
Birthday
 
Review Date: June 1, 2006
Reviewer: C. Cassella, Apache Junction,AZ USA
I sent my Daughter-in-law the two dozen roses for her birthday. She said they were so beautiful they looked like velvet.Thank you so much since I am in AZ and they in OH it is important to me to send a good product and I guess I picked the right one. Thanks Carolyn
glorious flower lover
 
Review Date: May 23, 2006
Reviewer: grammy's 2, usa
i have ordered from this company for more than 5 yrs. the flowers are just picked fresh - guqranteed to last for 7 days or be replaced - & they do carry thru with that promise. any broken stems - replace them too or credit acct. used - praise is all i get from these floral arrangements i have sent and there has been hundreds. there is none better
amazing
 
Review Date: November 7, 2006
Reviewer: Eduardo R. Ahnert, colorado springs
i sent these for my sister on her birthday...
she lives in a tiny city down Louisiana and the flowers arrived there fresh and beatiful...
i recommend...
Excellent flowers and speedy delivery
 
Review Date: April 23, 2008
Reviewer: nkplt,
The flowers were shipped quickly and arrived in great shape. My mom was very pleased. I recommend this company. I had no problems will probably use them again in the future.
Beautiful Bunch of Roses
 
Review Date: November 3, 2006
Reviewer: DebJo,
The persons I sent the flowers to were very impressed by this lovely bunch of roses. It was delivered on time and I tracked it from pick up to delivery which was great as I knew the exact time they received it.

Year after year, every February 14, lovers all over the world celebrate Valentine’s Day. This day is oftentimes associated with the expression of your innermost feelings to a loved one. On this day, if you feel like giving flowers, look for Valentine flower arrangements that suit your taste and need.

Lots of flower shops sell different kinds of flowers. There are florists who are very much willing to arrange flowers for you. However, you can do this yourself. You can be original and create something unique to make an impression with your lover.

First, you need to choose the shape of your Valentine flower arrangement. The shapes available are oval, triangle, vertical, minimal and free standing. There are other shapes but the five are mostly used for flower arrangements.

Second would be to determine how many flowers you plan to use for the arrangement as well as how many kinds of flowers you will use. You can mix roses with baby’s breath or red tulips with pink ones. If you decide to only give 3 roses, a vertical arrangement is best. For a dozen flowers, you may choose between the oval and the free standing type of flower arrangement.

After deciding on your number of flowers you will use, how many kinds of flowers and what shape of the arrangement will be, the next thing is to decide whether to wrap it with clear plastic or just keep it open. If you want to wrap it, you can also add Japanese paper and even some confetti inside the arrangement.

If you choose to leave it open, you can decorate the vase or the basket where the arrangement is placed. You may use lace, ribbons and other materials to complement the flowers you have arranged.

Finally, you can also add other romantic things aside from flowers. Things like strawberries, heart candies, chocolates or teddy bears can make your Valentine flower arrangement a winner in your loved one’s eyes.

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The Day of Hearts is almost here... that's right, Valentine’s Day!  And Valentine's Day roses will soon be everywhere.  It's very natural that you would think to give roses to your loved ones.  But how about making Valentine’s day different for other special people in your life this year?   If  your thinking about giving flowers to someone unexpected and unsuspecting to get flowers from you.. here are a few suggestions of exactly what type of rose to give:

Pink Rose Plant send a Miniature Rose Bush from Teleflora
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Your Admin Assistant/Co-worker/Boss/Supervisor

For the person who helps you out every day or demands your attention at work,  think about giving them tree roses. These are lovely roses that measure 3 to 4 feet in height.  Give these potted beautys in white or yellow (keep it friendly - to simply say thank you.  Don't go over board with this gift, you don't want to give the wrong impression. Having one in a garden will definitely stand out and garner attention from anybody.

Your BFFs

For your posse or best friend, miniature roses are just the thing.  Small and pretty, the tiny roses can come in a pot where they can be kept inside their homes. Again consider yellow or  painted roses that show how unique they are. It is best to advise them to keep the roses by their window sill so that they can still get plenty of sunlight and it can thrive under proper conditions.  And don't forget to water it everyday.

Sundowner (Rosa Grandiflora) - Bare Root Rose
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Your Grandparents

They would least expect this gesture and probably love it the most. Valentine’s Day roses like climbers or climbing roses would be a lovely addition to their garden.  Any color would do, especially a nice dark red variety. They can create arches of roses or have them climb over an obelisk or statue.

Your Favorite Aunt

Sometimes, you need to remember more distant relatives and what better way to show that than to give a small rose shrub. They grow from 4 feet and can cover a lot of ground.

Your Mom

For the person who gave you life, try the Grandiflora variety of roses. They will surely make her feel loved on this special day. These are roses that grow in cluster from 3 to 6 feet. They don’t have much fragrance but will bloom repeatedly over time.

Lady Rose (Rosa Hybrid Tea) - Bare Root Rose
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Your Teacher/Professor/Mentor

They have always been influential and they have molded you to who you are now. Remebering them on this special day will surely make them feel appreciated sincerely. Floribunda roses are the ones you should get for them.

Your Wife/Husband/Lover

The keeper of your heart deserves the best among the rest. Hybrid Tea roses are highly regarded among all the other types of roses. They bloom to perfection and will surely convey the depth of your affection to your loved one.  Of course the best color are red roses to respresent the love your both share.

Love is not easy to find even with all the advancements we have these days. If you find love, keeping it is also another matter. Trying to make a relationship last long enough to reach marriage and more is not an easy feat. Sending chocolates and flowers for valentine’s day or remembering anniversaries are not enough anymore. To keep the love you have, here are 3 things you can do:

  1. Take Time To Appreciate-A relationship starts with attraction. A strong relationship begins with friendship. Be your partner’s best friend. Enjoying each other’s company will enhance your connection. Laugh together, live life together. Get connected to a level wherein you are truly intimate with each other. When romantic gestures like flowers for valentine’s day or candle-lit dinner for two won’t work anymore, your only fall back is the friendship you have.
  2. Work For It-Love takes work. It's easy to get distracted with the daily stresses of work.  Commit yourself daily to the relationship and turn it into a “real-tionship”. Don’t shut out the world when you love someone, but make it a point to spend time every day with your special someone just being together. Reality may be harsh sometimes but this will serve to make your love for each other stronger.
  3. Two Become One- Remember that both of you had lives before you became a couple. Coming together should only make both your lives fuller. Balancing time to be together and apart is important. Finding opportunities to be a more rounded person will keep boredom away from your relationship. Seeing the best in one another is also a trait that you should keep. Some couples arrive at a stage wherein all they can see are one another’s faults. This can only make the situation worse. Remembering the good traits of your partner will make petty mistakes easier to forgive.

Finally, text messaging, emails, chatting online, sending of digital flowers on valentine’s day or creating an online scrapbook are only some of the new romantic gestures of our time. Add them to the list and you are guaranteed to make your love last a long time.

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Flowers - Pretty Palette(Valentines Offer: Free Shipping)
 
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Fresh flowers in a pretty palette of red, pink and lavender including roses, carnations and a mix of chrysanthemums create a delightful everyday collection that is a charming gift for friends or family, any day of the year.

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  • Flowers are carefully hand-picked, tied and shipped fresh from the fields.
  • Flowers arrive with your personal message.
  • Guaranteed satisfaction or your money back.

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Valentine Amore Romantic Gift Set - Bed of Roses Scented floating silk rose petals and tealight candles
 
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This box is a big seller. The outside says it all: Very romantic on high quality paper board each box holds 150 SILK Rose Petals, scented and floatable, 4 tea lights to set the mood and an invitation to romance. One stop shopping. You may want to add other extras to the end cap, i.e. chocolates; champagne etc The tea lights are of high quality wax, giving a nice glow to the romantic evening. You can use it for showers, parties,anniversaries and of course Valentines Day. The possibilities are endless. The package needs no wrapping; it is a present and mood setter by itself.

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  • This Romantic Gift set box is a big seller
  • Very romantic on high quality paper board each box holds 150 SILK Rose Petals, scented and floatable, 4 tea lights to set the mood and an invitation to romance.
  • The package needs no wrapping; it is a present and mood setter by itself

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love it
 
Review Date: September 2, 2009
Reviewer: Ali Alsumaiti, GOLDEN, CO
Bought these for especial night! This kit really makes it especial.
couldn't ask for more!
Un buen toque de romance
 
Review Date: March 28, 2008
Reviewer: Robert Santos, San Francisco de Macoris, Dominican Republic
He comprado esto para celebrar con mi pareja en el dia de San Valentin. Prepare una habitacion de hotel con todas estas velas y usando los petales para trazar un camino hacia la cama donde terminaban con forma de corazon. Luego estaba la parte del Jacuzzi ya que fotan y se hace una capa sobre el agua. Con articulos como estos se mantiene viva la llama de la pasion.

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One Dozen Assorted Valentine's Roses
 
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Valentine's Heart Natural Decorative Floral Arrangement
 
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Flowers - Dozen Red Roses + 12 FREE with Vase
 
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