Flowers are probably the most popular Valentine's Day gift so you want to make sure you use a reputable online florist that also offers discount flower delivery. It is also a good idea to place your order early as prices often go up as you get closer to the holiday. In most cases you can place an advance order with an online florist and they will have it delivered on Valentine's Day. The earlier you place the order the more money you'll save on the flowers themselves as well as the shipping charges.

The month of February is associated with romance and February 14th is considered the most romantic day of the year. Celebrating a romantic date with your significant other is sometimes a daunting task and selecting the right gift, card or restaurant could be quite stressful. Finding the right online florist can help alleviate some of that stress and many e-tailers offer a variety of gifts to accompany your flower purchase such as chocolates, balloons, pajamas, etc.

Not many people are familiar with the history of Valentine's Day or the significance of giving gifts to your loved one on February 14th. It is legend that a Roman in 269 A.D. was martyred for refusing to denounce his religion of Christianity. This Roman was St. Valentine. St. Valentine was executed on February 14th, it is believed that he left a note for his jailer's daughter, with whom he fell in love with, and signed it "from your Valentine". This act of love and selflessness has inspired the world to memorialize and celebrate his death as Valentine's Day.

In honor of St. Valentine we shower our loved ones with gifts. Most commonly flowers. There are so many varieties and types of arrangements that it is very important to select a discount flower delivery service that offers quality flowers and arrangements based on freshness and quality as well as strong recommendations to help you put together the perfect combination of flowers for your beloved.

To give you a head start, below is a list of the most popular flowers for Valentine's Day and a brief description of their significance.

1. The rose has always been associated with romance and love which is probably why they are the most popular flowers given on Valentine's Day. Their silky petals have a sweet perfume which adds to the overall romance of this popular flower.

2. Carnations are second on the list. Carnations come in many colors and a very feminine. They've soft small petals and are equally romantic to the rose. These flowers are also a less expensive alternative to roses.

3. Lilies add a level of sophistication and class to your romantic gesture on Valentine's Day. Lilies and expensive chocolates take Valentine's Day to a higher meaning. You are definitely expressing your love when giving these flowers. Lilies can be found in orange, pink, red and white and would be equally as fun to receive as well as give.

4. Alstroemeria, or Peruvian Lily, has supple blossoms that are often dappled or spotted. This flower closely resembles the lily and is often referred to as the Lily of the Incas. Although the name is difficult to pronounce they remain one of the most popular flowers delivered for the holiday.

5. Tulips are simple and elegant and round out our top 5 list. If you have a person in your life that recognizes beauty in its simplest form then this flower is for you. Tulips come in many colors and sold in the thousands with red and pink being the most popular for Valentine's Day.

As you can see there are many popular choices of flowers to send to your Valentine. To ensure that you get the greatest variety, freshest selection, on time delivery and the best value for your money it is important that you pick a discount flower delivery service with a great reputation, that has a large selection of flowers and bouquets and most important excellent customer service.