Photo-Illustration: Courtesy Farmgirl Flowers
Gifting flowers for Valentine’s Day isn’t exactly groundbreaking, but it’s always nice. We’d be lying if we said we didn’t delight in receiving a beautiful bouquet. You can do better than a dozen plastic-wrapped bodega roses, though. (The person you’re shopping for might not even be the roses type.) Whether you’re shopping for your wife who’s allergic to flowers or your BFF who deserves a showstopping arrangement, we gathered some of the best flowers to gift, from elegant takes on classic red roses to a totally unique tiny cactus. Best of all, these are all available to order online, so you won’t have to settle for something from the picked-over selection at your local florist.
For the nontraditional valentine
From $54
From $54
If your valentine isn’t into the standard fare, eschew roses in favor of this array of alstroemeria, solidago, aster, and succulents. The pink hues are just enough of a cheeky nod toward the holiday.
For the valentine who likes it classic
A mix of multicolored standard and garden roses (garden roses are more fragrant) accented by hypericum berries, this bouquet is a step up from what you’ll find at the grocery store. And it’s an excellent deal: UrbanStems is offering Strategist readers 20 percent off its bouquets through Valentine’s Day with the code STRATLOVE20.
For the romantic valentine
From $69
From $69
There’s something a little English garden to this delicate arrangement.
For the valentine who likes it classic (but minimal)
White roses are subtler than red ones, and this bunch comes with a glass-cube vase for an especially clean look.
For the valentine who likes it classic (with a twist)
$130
Peonies, anemones, and eucalyptus make this bouquet of white and pink roses uniquely elegant. Plus the retailer is offering a Strategist-exclusive 20 percent discount.
For the valentine with an eye for design
Flowers from Matilda’s rotating collection of bouquets arrive separated, so your creative valentine can execute their own vision. The arrangements change every week in an effort to support different local growers.
For the statement-making valentine
From $71
Pink lilies and purple double lisianthus dress up your basic red roses for a bold arrangement that’ll brighten any room.
For the crunchy valentine
San Francisco–based Farmgirl Flowers sources its buds from farms with high ethical standards and wraps them in upcycled, biodegradable burlap coffee bags.
For the spunky valentine
$68
For something completely different, consider this pink quill houseplant. This set also comes with a gift box of California Gummy Bears organic and plant-based sour strawberry gummy bears.
For the moody valentine
An elegant mix of jewel-toned carnations and scabiosas make this rose bouquet a little less saccharine.
For the cheery valentine
$70
An arrangement of orange roses and golden craspedias for something a bit sunnier than the standard fare.
For the valentine with a green thumb
$78
The pop of pink keeps this anthurium on theme for Valentine’s Day, but this plant will stick around long past the holiday.
For the DIY valentine
This bunch of pink roses, Peruvian lilies, and white hydrangeas comes wrapped in paper so your creative valentine can arrange the stems to their heart’s content.
For the snowbird valentine
From $54
From $54
A bouquet of anthurium, ginger, and parakeet flowers that reminds us of a tropical getaway.
For the valentine with a sweet tooth
From $75
Your beloved might enjoy the Godiva chocolate sampler that comes with these roses more than the flowers themselves, but it’s still a win-win for you.
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For the (Francophile) valentine with a sweet tooth
Another bouquet that comes with an edible treat — this time truffle chocolates from Marc de Champagne.
For the valentine who just posted a “hard launch”
From $55
We’ve featured the Fresh Sends subscription boxes in the past for their Instagram-worthy in-season flowers, and you can buy a single bouquet just for Valentine’s Day. The regular size comes with 15 to 18 stems and the full comes with 24 to 27.
For the valentine who draws a bath
This bright bouquet of pink and yellow roses comes with a set of three Milk + Honey bath bombs. Plus the retailer is offering a Strategist-exclusive 20 percent discount.
For the fragrance nerd valentine
This rose and carnation arrangement comes with a sweet-smelling Mer Sea diffuser they can add to their collection.
For the valentine who prefers faux flowers
$390
The acrylic “water” in the vase makes this bunch extra convincing.
For the valentine who prefers faux flowers (on a smaller budget)
$24
You’ll need to provide your own vase, but a couple of these stems would make a lovely, colorful centerpiece.
For the valentine who prefers dried flowers
A soft-hued arrangement to enjoy all year long.
For the valentine with an aesthetic bent
$119
An unexpected mix of verdant green foliage, red and white exotic flowers, and black accents lend an artistic edge to this dried bundle.
For the valentine going through a breakup
From $56
From $56
Valentine’s Day can be tough for the newly single, so if you have a friend dreading the big day, send this bright and cheery bouquet that doesn’t scream “coupled up.”
For the valentine who hates saying good-bye
Instead of flowers that’ll wilt after a few days, buy a box of these real roses that can last for a year. (Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar is a fan.)
For the valentine who prefers plants
$49
Prayer plants make good gifts since they’re relatively easy to care for, and these have a hint of red for the holiday.
For the valentine who’s a real sweetheart
$54
Naturally heart-shaped, the Hoya succulent is a fun way to show you care. It’s very low maintenance, so it’ll be a hit among more forgetful valentines.
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