Valentine's Day flowers

Red roses are the best flowers for Valentine’s Day, as they have long been associated with love and romance. In fact, their connection originates in Greek mythology – legend has it that red roses were created by Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love. They bloomed where her tears fell to earth as she mourned Adonis, forever cementing them in the Western mind as a symbol of adoration and devotion. In the modern day, Valentine’s Day rose bouquets are classic gifts to give on the 14thFebruary. Other great flowers to gift on Valentine’s Day include tulips, which begin blooming that this time of year, as well as pink flowers, which symbolise tenderness and affection, making them great choices for romance, family love and friendship.

The tradition of giving flowers on 14th February originated in the 18th century, when floriography – the language of flowers – became popular among the Victorians, giving each bloom a special meaning. You can read more about this in our guide to the interesting origins of Valentine’s Day.

Arena Flowers is the UK’s most ethical flower company, making it a great choice for those shopping for eco-friendly Valentine’s Day bouquets. All of our flowers are ethically sourced and come in 100% recyclable, compostable or reusable packaging.  Our red rose bouquets are also Fairtrade and we pay the Fairtrade Premium, giving back to the communities who grow our beautiful blooms.

Yes, we have a beautiful range of Valentine’s Day cards that you can send with your bouquet, allowing you to send a thoughtful message to your loved one.

You can order up to 9pm on 13th February for Valentine’s Day delivery. However, please note that our Valentine’s Day collection is limited and it’s always best to order your preferred arrangement early to avoid disappointment.

Our delivery window for standard delivery is between 7am – 8pm and between 7am and 1pm for morning delivery. Our courier will send you tracking details and an estimated time of delivery on the morning of your delivery. They also offer in-flight options to manage the delivery – if the recipient is not going to be in, the flowers can be placed in safely designated place or with a neighbour. The flowers are securely packed inside an Arena box. If you are delivering to a business address please ensure they are open until 6pm to receive the delivery, alternatively have them waiting at home for your loved one!