It is difficult to say how and when the use of flowers began during Valentine's Day celebrations. Fresh flowers have always been seen as an embodiment of beauty and the use of it as a gift item is regarded as an expression of the beautiful wishes that reside in the heart of the giver.

We can only conjecture that the incorporation of flowers into the Valentine's Day festivities began with the same intention.

Though a number of beautiful blossoms such as tulips, daffodils and irises are used as Valentine gifts, the most popular flower for the occasion is undoubtedly the rose.

It is noteworthy that the color of the rose that you gift to a person indicates the nature of your love for him or her. Take a look below to know what roses of different colors indicate:


Lilac Roses - Love at first sight and enchantment


Red Roses - Love and passion


Coral Roses - Desire


Peach Roses - Desire and excitement or appreciation


Orange Roses - Enthusiasm and desire


White Roses - True love, purity of the mind and reverence


Pink Roses - Friendship or Sweetheart, admiration


Yellow Roses - Friendship, celebration and joy


Bouquet of Yellow and Orange Roses - Passion


Black Roses - 'Adios' or 'It's Over'


Bouquet of Red and Yellow Roses - Happiness and celebrations


Bouquet of Red and White Roses - Bonding and harmony