The commercialization of Valentine's Day has kept the florists on their toes as men rush to the flower shops to buy their Valentine a sweet-smelling surprise.
Boyfriends and husbands might be overwhelmed as they shop for flowers because many florists have much more to offer than just the traditional rose.
Spring mix bouquets are the trendy flower assortments for Valentine's Day. Terry Willis, store manager of Landmark Florists, said that college students tend to be drawn more to these brightly colored flower mixes because Valentine's Day does not have to be strictly associated with reds, whites and pinks.
Balloons and bears as a trendy addition to the flowers is also a hot seller for this Valentine's Day.
"Attaching balloons and stuffed animals to the flowers is a way to personalize the gift even more," Joe Davis, owner of Paul's Flowers and Gift Shop, said.
Another trend in giving flowers for Valentine's Day is to have them delivered as a surprise.
"Women like to have flowers delivered to them because they know their significant other took the time to pick the flowers out," Sharon Grubbs, owner of Foister's Flowers and Gifts, said.
There are also some timeless ways to make flowers more personal, according to sophomore Carrie Crow.
"The flower giver can personalize the gift by writing something special on the card or plan a unique way to give the flowers," she said.
Many girls love the traditional red rose, but some consider it to be a clich+â-¬ Valentine's Day flower.
"I think roses are overrated. When a guy gives any flower other than a rose, it shows more thought," sophomore Lucinda Shipe said. "I would want a bouquet of wild flowers for Valentine's Day because I don't consider myself a typical girl. Wildflowers are found in a setting of nature, so I like them because I consider myself to be a relaxed and natural person."
Although these flower trends can be a nice variation to the traditional rose bouquet, many men and women still prefer the time-honored pink, red or white roses.
"Light pink roses are my favorite flower," Crow said. "I can't think of a better smell than a rose."
Despite the decision between the different options for giving Valentine's Day flowers, it is the gesture that counts most, according to Crow.
"Flowers are a happy kind of gift; they bring a smile to a person's face," Willis said. "Flowers are a lovely representation of happiness and affection, and they brighten up the dreariness of February."
"Flowers represent how beautiful and simple love really is," Shipe said.
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