About Valentines Day and roses

But why is that? What do roses and Valentine have in common? And what type of roses should you stock up on to set yourself up for a successful Valentines? In this article, we will dive into the fascinating history of roses and Valentine's Day.

History of Valentines Day

The first Valentine's Day has been celebrated since the year 496. There are several legends and myths around, but we will probably never discover the exact story behind the origin of Valentine's Day. What we do know is that the Valentine's Day celebration as we know it became popular through the Legenda Aurea, a book that was composed in the 14th century about Christian holidays and celebrations. Nowadays we celebrate love in general on February 14, and not only "anonymous love". Lovers, couples and even friends express their love for each other with cards, gifts and flowers.

So... What do roses and Valentine have in common?

The giving of roses for Valentine's Day probably dates back to the late 17th century, when King Charles II of Sweden went on a trip to Persia. In Persia, Charles discovered the art of communicating with flowers, without using words. When he introduced this art to Europe, it became a fashion, and lists of flowers and their meanings became widespread. A yellow carnation, for example, meant that the recipient had disappointed its sender. And the red rose, of course, was the symbol of love. And where did the Rose get this symbolic meaning? For this, we have to go back in time and further. In Greek mythology, where the Rose was associated with Aphrodite, the goddess of love, and her lover Adonis. When Adonis was killed by a boar, Aphrodite wept bitter tears over his death. Rose bushes are said to have grown where her tears and Adonis' blood touched the ground. Fortunately, the story has a (partial) happy ending: Adonis was brought back to life by Zeus. But because Persephone - the goddess of fertility and the dead - also demanded his love, it was decided that Adonis would spend six months in her world for every six months he spent with Aphrodite.

Rose suggestions for Valentine's Day

Before we get back to the Rose , you're probably looking for some extra inspiration to add to your Valentine's Day stash. We have selected 11 interesting roses for you to use!

Roses recommended for Valentines Day 2021

Whether the tradition comes from King Charles of Sweden or two goddesses fighting over the same lover, the red rose has been a symbol of Valentine's Day for centuries. Of course, different rose colors have different meanings and could make a great Valentine's Day gift as well. However, red is the color of passion and love and by far the most popular. And luckily, there are lots of different varieties to choose from! Here you can see a selection of just a few of our personal all-time favourites.

1. Freedom Rose - Tall, strong and beautiful. This is a fantastic rose to use in centerpieces.
2. Madam Red Rose - Elegant, elegant and romantic is what this rose variety breathes.
3. Black Baccara Rose - This deep red rose with an almost satin appearance.
4. Spray Rose Rubicon - A rose with large flower heads that open beautifully.
5. Rose Upper Class - A rose with a very luxurious appearance, perfect for any occasion!
6. Spray Rose Fire Flash - Rose red is mixed with yellow streaks.
7. Spray Rose Mirabel - If you are looking for a very elegant red rose, this is a serious option!
8. Ever Red Rose - Show your everlasting love with this fantastic variety of rose.
9. El Toro Rose – The petals of this rose look like the curtain used in Spanish bullfights.
10. The XXL Heart Cryogenated Rose - It's amazing! This preserved rose is transformed into a pent heartru to show ultimate love.
11. Red Naomi Rose - The most famous of the red roses cannot be missing from our list.

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