Valentine's
Day Flowers
Women
Really
Want

ProFlowers knows just what women want. How? Because we asked them! And now we're sharing our findings with you! Given the hundreds of choices, how are you supposed to know which flowers are best for your Valentine? You must consider her tastes, as well as the message your gift can convey (e.g., blenders and vacuums may not convey the best Valentine's Day message). Gifts are personal gestures that can express a range of sentiments, and there is no gift more popular on Valentine's Day than flowers. But, what kind of flowers will she like? What do they mean? We’ve learned the answers to these questions and more, and are here to help you!

In a poll that asked women, "What Valentine's Day Flowers do you really want?" the clear favorite was still the holiday's classic flower—the rose—BUT, women often wanted roses in colors other than the traditional red. Instead, they cooed over the "fragrant peach," "favorite yellow," and "elegant lavender" varieties. Roses come in a range of colors, so if you decide to go the traditional route, the rule of thumb is to consider your Valentine's tastes. You can also refer to our Valentine's Rose Guide for more information on the meanings of these popular flowers.

Lilies came in a close second. "Lilies in Valentine's colors are a great choice because they smell wonderful and they're so very beautiful when they bloom day after day. They're a slow blooming flower, so that means they last that much longer," said one respondent. And another chimed in saying, "I love stargazers! The sweet aroma is wonderful!!!" There are a number of varieties of lilies to choose from. Stargazers are fragrantly sweet, while Asiatic lilies have a touch of elegance. You can find more information on the meanings of different lily types in our Flower Meanings Guide.

The remaining respondents chose flower varieties ranging from daises to Chinese mums to orchids. Their reasons for choosing these types of flowers varied, but were perfectly summed up by one respondent when she said, "…it shows that he knows what my favorite flower is AND he took that into consideration." So just where does your Valentine fit into this mix? Take our Valentine's Flower Quiz, and choose the right bouquet for your leading lady.

1. If you're taking your Valentine on a special date, she'llshow up in:   a. A chic skirt and blouse set, designer heels, and handbag that ties everything together   b. A black cocktail dress, black heels and a small clutch for her lipstick   c. A cardigan sweater set, pearl earrings, and a knee-length skirt   d. Tailored pants, a simple top, and flats.

2. Your Valentine's perfume smells:   a. Clean   b. Spicy   c. Floral   d. What perfume? 3. A great date for your Valentine includes:  a. Hitting up her favorite sushi restaurant      and then moving on to a trendy lounge  b. Dinner at one of Zagat's top rated      restaurants and then on to the theater  c. A romantic picnic and then a walk on      the beach  d. Cooking for her at home followed by hot      cocoa by the fire

If your Valentine was mostly a's, then orchids are a sure bet for this modern socialite. They're sleek and gorgeous just like her. If mostly b's, your classic beauty will love roses. Check out our Guide to Valentine's Roses to find her the perfect type! If c's, then she's likely to be a sweet girl and she'll blush over the beauty of lilies. We recommend the fragrant stargazers; they're perfect for the star in your life. And if d's, your Valentine is confident, but low maintenance, and her Valentine's flower is the cheerful daisy. Make her day today! We at ProFlowers are passionate about Valentine's Day and all things romantic, and this article is just one way of sharing that passion with you! View all Valentine's Flowers View all Valentine's Day Roses