How to surprise your wife on Valentine’s Day with flowers

How to surprise your wife on Valentine’s Day with flowers

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Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, which means sweethearts everywhere are clamoring to figure out the best way to express their love and appreciation for their significant other. Giving a bouquet of beautiful Valentine’s blossoms is one of the most traditionally embraced and appropriate options for lovers in any kind of relationship. The flowers you choose and the way you choose to give them to your wife can say a lot about how you feel, though, so it’s important to give this a lot of consideration. You may be wondering – how do I know which blooms to buy, and how can I surprise her with them? Use Teleflora Coupon Code 25% Off during checkout to Save 25% On Deal of the Day


Simply follow this guide and you’re sure to make this Valentine’s Day one she’ll never forget:

Investigate her tastes
First you need to figure out what her favorite flowers are. Does she have flower stationary or a floral perfume? Look for any hints you can think of so that you don’t have to outright ask her and ruin the surprise. Sometimes it’s useful to ask one of her friends or family members, because they may have some insight into her favorite kinds of flowers. This step is crucial because it shows your wife that you’re not only going through the trouble of buying her flowers, but also finding out which ones she truly loves.

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Get creative
Still not sure which kinds of blossoms to buy? It might be tempting to go the safe route with roses, but you may want to take a risk. Unless you know for a fact thatroses are her favorite flower, it can be best to try something different. After all, you want to demonstrate that your wife is special, and choosing an unusual bouquet will express that you think she’s one-of-a-kind. Exotic orchids are not only a stunning Valentine’s Day choice, but they are also long-lasting flowers, meaning your wife will get to enjoy them after Valentine’s Day is over. Birds of paradise also tend to have a longer life span than other varieties and boast an eclectic, tropical beauty. On the other hand, Gerbera daisies, which come in vibrant hues, are also a good choice for a woman with a cheerful personality. Lilies are a lovely pick for an elegant woman with refined tastes.

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Consider color
Still, the colors of the flowers you choose are important because they each have specific associations. There’s a reason that red roses are such a popular choice on Valentine’s Day – they stand for romantic love. That doesn’t mean you have to go for red ones, though. Purple, pink and pristine white roses are all equally as striking.

While white blossoms signify pure love, pink blossoms represent tender affection. Yellow flowers are better fitting for friendship than romance, and purple blooms symbolize passion and desire.

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Tie in a memory
Why not give your wife a trip down memory lane with flowers? If you can remember buying her flowers for a meaningful occasion, such as your first Valentine’s Day together, you might buy the same ones. Even if you can think back and recall what she was wearing on your first date, you might consider a bouquet in the same hue.

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Plan the big reveal
Now you need to figure out how to give her the flowers – which is just as important as the bouquet you select. You could have them sent to her office, which would surely brighten up her workday. Alternatively, if you’re getting ready for work before her, make sure the arrangement is on her nightstand so that the bouquet is the first thing she sees on Valentine’s Day. If you have children, another cute idea is to make your kids your special messengers and hand deliver them to her with a special hand-written love note.

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Why does the price of roses go up at Valentine’s Day?

Many people complain about the price increase of roses at Valentine’s Day over what they would pay for roses at any other time of the year.

Supply and demand affects the pricing of roses at Valentine’s Day:

There is a huge demand for long-stemmed roses at Valentine’s Day. Men traditionally buy a dozen red rosesand want their flowers delivered on February 14th. Each phase of production costs more because of the massive volume or red roses required for just one day.

GROWERS: Winter’s shorter daylight hours and higher energy costs hamper efforts to grow large rose crops. To get ready for the huge volume of roses need by February 14th, the farmers have to time the growth of the plants. Essentially they halt production of roses by cutting the stems back (destroy roses) so that they produce a bumper harvest by February 14th. That means normally productive rose plants will not be producing full rose buds weeks before and weeks after the Valentines growth cycle. The cost of stopping everyday production while the Valentines roses are produced is passed on to the consumer.

The bumper harvest will produce up to three times the normal volume of roses typically harvested by the farmer. So they need to hire additional temporary labor to help the permanent staff harvest, process and pack up the roses. Several rosebuds have to be sacrificed just to create a single long stem rose.

TRANSPORTATION: Roses come by plane from Colombia and Ecuador or by truck from farms in the United States. The importers pay more for air freight as additional planes have to be used for the additional shipping volume. Also, extra trucks and drivers are needed to haul the roses from the airport to the importer warehouses and to distribute around the country. Inclement weather often requires extreme measures to ensure that flowers are delivered in time. The added transportation costs increases the cost of the roses to the end buyer.

FLORISTS: Florists have to hire additional help, work longer hours and acquire extra delivery vehicles and drivers to design and deliver the extra volume of orders.

TIP – ORDER EARLY!: If you order your Valentine’s Day flowers in January  before the price increase takes effect, you will lock in the lower price on your order! Your wife or girlfriend will never know that you scored such a deal, and will be impressed with your romantic gesture!   May we suggest… Order EARLY & SAVE 25% OFF on all Valentine's Day Bouquets with Teleflora coupon code

Teleflora’s Gift From The Heart Valentine’s Bouquet – a dozen red roses in a keepsake vase

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5 most popular flowers to give on Valentine’s Day

For centuries, people have been giving flowers to the objects of their affection on Valentine’s Day. This tradition began when Charles II introduced the Person language of flowers to Europe in the 1700s, and has continued throughout the years as a means for expressing love and appreciation on the holiday. In fact, along with chocolate, flowers are the most popular gift to give Feb 14. According to CNN, 64 percent of men are buying flowers for Valentine’s Day. So which blossoms are the best for showing your affection?

It’s important to consider the preferences of your valentine before choosing a bouquet. If you need a little inspiration, here are the top five flowers given on this holiday:

Valentine’s Roses

Unsurprisingly, roses are at the top of the list for lovers. CNN reported that an overwhelming 51 percent of people buy red roses for Valentine’s Day, and it makes sense – they have a heavenly aroma and are associated with romance, passion and beauty. Red isn’t the only option, either, if you think a different hue would suit your sweetheart. There are actually more than 150 varieties of roses, meaning there’s bound to be an option that would fit your valentine perfectly. Order EARLY & SAVE 25% OFF on all Valentine's Day Bouquets with code. Offer valid through Jan 31.2016! Click here

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Carnations

These playful ruffly blossoms are right behind roses in popularity, likely due to their feminine appearance and affordable price tag. Carnations have been linked with fascination, making them a great pick for a relationship in its early stages. Plus, there are a multitude of different colors to choose from, so you can certainly find one that will match your valentine’s style and personality. As an added bonus, carnations are a long-lasting cut flower.

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Valentine’s Lilies

Whether pink, white, orange or red, lilies are an ideal blossom for an elegant recipient. While you can’t go wrong with any variety, Michael Gaffney, director of the New York School of Flower Design, told Woman’s Day magazine that Casa Blanca lilies are an especially dramatic choice that are sure to please a person with sophisticated tastes. Plus, these Oriental white lilies have a breathtaking fragrance.

Shop: So Enchanting Bouquet – pink lilies and red roses

Alstroemeria

Alstroemeria, also known as the Peruvian Lily or Lily of the Incas, the alstroemeria is also a popular flower on this holiday. These buds are also a fitting selection for a bouquet as they complement other blossoms nicely, particularly pink and red roses and lavender waxflower. Not only do alstroemeria feature delicate, eye-catching petals, but they are also one of the longest-lasting cut flowers. Additionally, they can represent devotion, so they’re a perfect way to express your undying love to that special someone. Additionally, alstroemeria have multiple blooms per stem, so they can really help to fill out a bouquet to make it look more extravagant and voluminous.

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Valentine’s Tulips

Though tulips may have a simple appearance, they are still an excellent choice for a valentine with understated style and traditional tastes. These flowers may not look elaborate or complex, but they come in almost any color you can imagine, so you can surely find a hue that’s custom matched to your sweetheart’s personality. It’s worth noting though, that red tulips are a declaration of love in the Victorian language of flowers, so they could be the best selection for this holiday.

Tulips have been popular for Valentine’s Day for many reasons. For one, they are easily identifiable and therefore, convey a certain comfort. Plus, they are a very affordable blossom, meaning you can give them to your valentine no matter your budget. Tulips are a hardy cut flower, and can continue to flourish in water. As they last longer than most other flowers in a vase, they can represent your deep-rooted, eternal feelings for someone.

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Valentine's Day, also known as Saint Valentine's Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine,[1] is a celebration observed on February 14 each year. It is celebrated in many countries around the world, although it is not a public holiday in most of them.

St. Valentine's Day began as a liturgical celebration of one or more early Christian saints named Valentinus. Several martyrdom stories were invented for the various Valentines that belonged to February 14, and added to later martyrologies.[2] A popular hagiographical account of Saint Valentine of Rome states that he was imprisoned for performing weddings for soldiers who were forbidden to marry and for ministering to Christians, who were persecuted under the Roman Empire. According to legend, during his imprisonment, he healed the daughter of his jailer, Asterius. An embellishment to this story states that before his execution he wrote her a letter signed "Your Valentine" as a farewell.[3] Saint Valentine's Day is an official feast day in the Anglican Communion,[4] as well as in the Lutheran Church.[5] The Eastern Orthodox Church also celebrates Saint Valentine's Day, albeit on July 6 and July 30, the former date in honor of the Roman presbyter Saint Valentine, and the latter date in honor of Hieromartyr Valentine, the Bishop of Interamna (modern Terni).

3 Thoughtful Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas For Her

1. Flowers

Flowers should go well with any other gift on the list, but they can also be a standalone gift. A big, beautiful bouquet that was arrange with a particular purpose in mind can be a very romantic gift. There is a lot of symbolism attached to the different types of flowers and their colors, something an experienced florist will be able to help you with. Tell them what you want to convey and they will set you up with the right combination—you can even explain the symbolism in your note so that your partner knows that you’ve really given it some thought. A potted flower for her room can also be nice little surprise. Shop flowers at Teleflora.com and Get 25% OFF All Valentine's Day Bouquets With Teleflora Coupon Code 2016

2. Jewelry

A timeless classic, piece of jewelry is probably the most popular gift. However, you have to be careful as some women can feel that opting for jewelry is kind of like saying, “I don’t know you well enough to come up with a very personal gift, nor can I be bothered to actually work on a gift for hours or days, so here’s something shiny.” Once again, I have to stress the importance of making it personal. You can do this by choosing a particular style she likes, certain shapes, specific gemstones, engraving it and so on. A lucky-charm bracelet with figurines that have some meaning for her—e.g. her favorite animal, zodiac sign, musical instrument and various symbols—is a good example of creating a very personal item.

3. Cool gadgets

A Valentine’s Day gift doesn’t have to be heart-shaped, fluffy, cuddly or edible for your girl to be wowed by your gesture—practical things can also be very romantic if done right. In this day and age, everyone has a craving for the latest gadgets, so think about buying her a pair of stylish, high-quality headphones, a cool mouse and keyboard, one of those new smartwatches, a kindle, or any other interesting new gizmo that she might enjoy using.

Armed with this knowledge on good Valentine’s Day gift ideas, you can hit the streets and start shopping, but just remember that it is also the thought that counts, so try to work on the little details like packaging, accessories and presentation in order to make your girl feel really special and show her that you actually put some time and effort into preparing the gift.

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The Guardian attempted to get to the bottom of the “What is love?” question by reaching out to five experts in the fields of science, psychotherapy, literature, religion and philosophy to give their definition of the much-pondered word.

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Why does the price of roses go up at Valentine’s Day?

Many people complain about the price increase of roses at Valentine’s Day over what they would pay for roses at any other time of the year.

Supply and demand affects the pricing of roses at Valentine’s Day:

There is a huge demand for long-stemmed roses at Valentine’s Day. Men traditionally buy a dozen red rosesand want their flowers delivered on February 14th. Each phase of production costs more because of the massive volume or red roses required for just one day. Use Teleflora Coupon Code 2016 during checkout to Save 25% On Deal of the Day. Offer valid through Jan 31.2016!

GROWERS: Winter’s shorter daylight hours and higher energy costs hamper efforts to grow large rose crops. To get ready for the huge volume of roses need by February 14th, the farmers have to time the growth of the plants. Essentially they halt production of roses by cutting the stems back (destroy roses) so that they produce a bumper harvest by February 14th. That means normally productive rose plants will not be producing full rose buds weeks before and weeks after the Valentines growth cycle. The cost of stopping everyday production while the Valentines roses are produced is passed on to the consumer.

The bumper harvest will produce up to three times the normal volume of roses typically harvested by the farmer. So they need to hire additional temporary labor to help the permanent staff harvest, process and pack up the roses. Several rosebuds have to be sacrificed just to create a single long stem rose.

TRANSPORTATION: Roses come by plane from Colombia and Ecuador or by truck from farms in the United States. The importers pay more for air freight as additional planes have to be used for the additional shipping volume. Also, extra trucks and drivers are needed to haul the roses from the airport to the importer warehouses and to distribute around the country. Inclement weather often requires extreme measures to ensure that flowers are delivered in time. The added transportation costs increases the cost of the roses to the end buyer.

FLORISTS: Florists have to hire additional help, work longer hours and acquire extra delivery vehicles and drivers to design and deliver the extra volume of orders.

TIP – ORDER EARLY!: If you order your Valentine’s Day flowers in January  before the price increase takes effect, you will lock in the lower price on your order! Your wife or girlfriend will never know that you scored such a deal, and will be impressed with your romantic gesture!   May we suggest…

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10 Inspirational Quotes to Ease Winter Blues

It’s common knowledge that people are likely to feel blue during the winter. The days are shorter, the sun is sparse and you have to wear so many extra layers of clothing anytime you’re feeling brave enough to take on the cold and set foot outside. In recent years, however, the feeling people usually write off as the winter blues has been diagnosed as a medical condition: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a kind of depression that occurs in individuals from winter until the weather breaks in the spring. It’s even more common in women and individuals who live farther from the equator (because the days are shorter).

Doctors and other experts aren’t exactly sure what causes SAD, but they think it has to do with the lack of sunlight. Less sunlight may alter your biological clock, which controls plenty of the regulatory systems in your body, like your sleep cycle.

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Most individuals who experience SAD show start showing symptoms in September or October and are relieved of those symptoms by April or May, according to WebMD.

When you’re feeling a little blue this winter, these 10 motivational quotes are sure to brighten your mood:

1. “Love is the flower you’ve got to let grow.”
John Lennon

2. “Life is the flower for which love is the honey.”
Victor Hugo

3. “Love is like a beautiful flower which I may not touch, but whose fragrance makes the garden a place of delight just the same.”
Helen Keller

4. “I want it said of me by those who knew me best, that I always plucked the thistle and planted a flower where I thought a flower would grow.”
Abraham Lincoln

5. “When you take a flower in your hand and really look at it, it’s your world for a moment. I want to give that world to someone else. Most people in the city rush around so, they have no time to look at a flower. I want them to see it whether they want to look at it or not.”
Georgia O’Keefe

6. “Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.”
Albert Camus

7. “People don’t notice whether it’s winter or summer when they’re happy.”
Anton Chekhov

8. “In seed time learn, in harvest teach, in winter enjoy.”
William Blake

9. “O, wind, if winter comes, can spring be far behind?”
Percy Bysshe Shelley

10. “You can’t get too much winter in the winter.”
Robert Frost

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How to Choose Your Wedding Flowers

You may have worked with a florist to order a boutonniere for your prom date or a bouquet, but picking wedding flowers requires special attention.

They're going to punch up the "pretty" factor of your reception and appear in almost all of your formal photographs. At a minimum, you'll probably want to order a bridal bouquet; bouquets for your attendants; boutonnieres for the groom, groomsmen and fathers; corsages for the mothers; flowers for the ceremony site; and centerpieces for the reception tables. But the first step is to find a florist who "gets" you — and will get the job done right.

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Start Interviewing Pros

Most couples meet with at least three florists to compare styles, prices and personalities. The manager at your reception site can most likely recommend reliable and talented people. You can also obtain referrals from your house of worship, or recently married friends and family members (especially if you were present at their wedding and witnessed their florist's handiwork firsthand).

Photo Credit: Liz Banfield

Be Prepared

In order to present you with his or her ideas, a florist will need to know three things:

Your budget: Most brides and grooms allot about 3 percent of their total wedding budget to their flowers and décor. It's okay if you don't have much to spend — most floral designers will be willing to work within the parameters of your budget and suggest smart ways to save, like using full-bloom flowers to decrease the number of stems you need.

Your numbers: To determine quantities and, consequently, total prices, the florist will need to know the number of guests you expect, how many bridesmaids and groomsmen you're having, and the number of children, grandparents, parents and stepparents who'll need flowers, too.

Your style: First, have a general idea of the look you want (lavish, simple, mod, romantic). Next, compile an "idea file" of photographs from magazines or books that exemplify the kind of floral designs you like. And have a color scheme in mind. At a loss? Use the design details on your invitation, the color of your bridesmaid dresses and the interior of your reception space as reference points.

What to Bring to Your Appointment

When you attend appointments, you should be ready to show florists:

Your idea file: Visual aids are essential (just like when you're trying out a new haircut at the beauty salon).

A bridesmaid dress fabric swatch: This important item will help the florist to suggest coordinating flowers. (It's not enough to say "lavender," for example, because there are so many variations.)

A photo of your wedding dress: This way, the florist can suggest bouquet styles that are complementary in terms of size, color and grandeur. Remember, too, to specify whether your gown is white or ivory.

Photographs or a brochure of your ceremony and reception sites: The layout, wallpaper, ceiling heights, windows and room and carpet color will greatly affect what your florist dreams up for your décor.

Photo Credit: Axioo Photography

What to Ask Prospective Florists

Don't forget to ask:

"Do you offer any other decorations, such as candles, lighting and linens, and how will these affect the cost?"

"What flowers are least likely to wilt over the course of a four-hour wedding? Can I afford them?"

"If I order specific flowers and they're not available on my wedding day, how do you handle substitutions?"

"Can you guarantee that the flowers will be fresh and arrive on time?"

And ask any other questions that will increase your confidence in, and comfort level with, the florist. At the end of each meeting, be sure to get an estimate — in writing — based on what you've discussed.Now it's time to narrow down your selection. When the florist begins to get a sense of your vision, she'll set out to impress you with her ideas and suggestions. During each meeting, it's important that either you or your fiancé take notes while the other listens carefully. The florist should point out examples in her portfolio (if she doesn't, ask to see it) and will likely make a few quick sketches. There might even be "live" bouquets or arrangements on display that you can check out.

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Booking a Florist

When you've finally committed to a florist, set up a second meeting to finalize the details of your order, in terms of the specific types of flowers that will be used, as well as the colors, style or composition, and quantity. This is the time to make adjustments: Do you really need an arrangement for the head table or can you use the bridesmaid bouquets as decoration? Can a similar look be achieved with lilies instead of those pricey cattleya orchids? Can you skip the pew decorations at the ceremony? Trust your florist's knowledge and expertise, and be willing to mix and match your ideas and desires with her recommendations.

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The Contract 

The booking process will be complete when you sign a contract. Typically, florists will ask for a 50 percent deposit at that time, with the balance due the week of the wedding. The payment schedule should be clearly stated in your contract, along with: the number and descriptions of each item, with prices; the date, place and time that the flowers will be delivered and assembled; any rental fees for vases or decorations that the florist is providing, along with pickup and return procedures; and any additional labor charges, taxes and other fees.

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Season's Best

Florists agree: It pays to use flowers (and fruit) that are in season. Here are a few of our favorite ideas:

Winter: French tulip, amaryllis, hypericum, protea, quince. 

Spring: Hyacinth, tulip, daffodil, lilac, peony, sweet pea, lily of the valley, cherry blossom.

Summer: Hydrangea, lisianthus, snapdragon, sunflower, tuberose, cornflower, zinnia, cosmos. 

Fall: Calla lily, dahlia, bittersweet, celosia, mum, scabiosa, pomegranate, cranberry.