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Plants and Love: Unique Valentine's Day Gifts
Can you believe Valentine's Day is already near? It feels like we were just ringing in the new year!
The go-to Valentine’s gifts often include plush teddy bears, gourmet chocolates, and a dozen roses. While we’ll never say no to fresh flowers, have you ever considered gifting a plant that lasts beyond a few days?
From vibrant blooms to meaningful houseplants, there are many beautiful plants that symbolize love, joy, and prosperity—making them perfect for Valentine’s Day. Keep reading to discover unique plants that will make your loved one’s heart bloom!
🌿 Please note: Plant varieties may vary by location.
The Everlasting Memories Rose: A Gift That Lasts a Lifetime
The Everlasting Memories Rose is a 100% real rose, expertly preserved to maintain its beauty for years. Available in two enchanting shades—red and pink—this stunning rose is presented in an elegant box with a clear top, allowing its timeless beauty to be admired.
Beneath the rose lies a heartfelt surprise—a delicate heart-shaped necklace that holds a hidden message of love.
Special Features:
- Heart-Shaped Necklace: The pendant features a small center ball that, when illuminated, reveals “I Love You” in 100 different languages, adding an intimate and meaningful touch to your gift.
- Preserved to Last: Treated to retain its natural elegance, this real rose is a lasting symbol of love and appreciation that won’t fade with time.
- Two Stunning Colors: Choose between classic red or soft pink, each symbolizing love, romance, and admiration.
- Ready for Gifting: Beautifully packaged in an exquisite box, this keepsake is perfect for any special occasion.
Incredible Color with Bromeliads
Looking for a houseplant with a tropical flair? Bromeliads bring an exotic beauty with their bright pink, red, and orange hues—sure to add a spark to your Valentine’s gift!
Give the Gift of Love Through Plants
Want to skip the traditional bouquet and give something meaningful this Valentine’s Day? These classic indoor plants symbolize love, happiness, and prosperity:
1. Lucky Bamboo
A symbol of joy, wealth, and good fortune, lucky bamboo also represents spiritual growth, creativity, and protection.
2. Basil
Not only is basil a delicious kitchen herb, but it also represents love, passion, and prosperity. Some believe that eating basil enhances passion, while others appreciate its natural antibacterial and uplifting properties.
3. Honeysuckle
Honeysuckle is associated with love and financial success. Its fragrance is also believed to enhance intuition and psychic awareness.
4. Lavender
Lavender’s calming scent promotes relaxation, mood elevation, and restful sleep. A few drops of lavender oil on a pillow can help with relaxation, making it a thoughtful Valentine’s gift.
5. Roses for Outdoor Spaces
Instead of a bouquet that lasts only a few days, why not gift a rose plant that will thrive year after year? Roses can be grown in a container on a patio or balcony, or planted in any outdoor living space for long-lasting beauty. With proper care, they’ll continue to bloom and bring joy well beyond Valentine’s Day.
6. Orchids
Orchids are easy to care for and symbolize love, beauty, and deepened friendships. In Ancient Greece, they were also associated with fertility and strength.
7. Rosemary
A fragrant herb with a long history, rosemary is said to encourage good sleep and youthful energy. It is also believed to attract love and protection.
8. Sage
More than just a culinary herb, sage represents wisdom, longevity, and purification. It’s also widely used for clearing negative energy.
Plants That Bring Love & Prosperity
For a meaningful and lucky Valentine’s gift, consider these plants associated with prosperity and well-being:
1. Feng Shui Money Tree (Malabar Chestnut)
This lush green plant is believed to attract good fortune and prosperity. It thrives indoors with minimal care, requiring low light and watering only every 7–10 days.
2. Peace Lily (Spathiphyllum)
With its elegant white blooms, the Peace Lily is known for its air-purifying qualities. It helps remove toxins like formaldehyde and carbon monoxide, making it a gift that enhances health and well-being.
Give Them a Garden of Love: Beautiful & Fragrant Plants for many Future Bouquets
Instead of buying a bouquet that lasts just a few days, why not plant a garden filled with flowers that you can enjoy for years to come? These beautiful and fragrant plants thrive in the Bay Area and can be grown in your landscape or containers, offering fresh blooms to cut and arrange into a heartfelt bouquet whenever you like.
Salvia (Sage) – Wisdom, longevity & good health
A pollinator favorite, salvia produces stunning spikes of purple, pink, or blue flowers. It’s drought-tolerant, thrives in full sun, and provides nectar for hummingbirds and butterflies. Perfect for adding height and fragrance to future bouquets.
Lavender – Devotion, calm & tranquility
Lavender’s soothing fragrance makes it a must-have in any garden. Its silvery foliage and violet blooms bring beauty to outdoor spaces while attracting pollinators. Cut fresh stems for bouquets or dry them for lasting arrangements.
Camellia – Admiration, perfection & deep love
A winter-blooming stunner, camellias add vibrant color to shaded gardens. Their lush, rose-like blooms in shades of pink, white, or red make a romantic addition to any bouquet. Camellias thrive in well-draining, acidic soil with dappled sunlight.
Gardenia – Secret love & deep affection
With their intoxicating scent and creamy white flowers, gardenias are a classic symbol of love. These evergreen shrubs flourish in containers or garden beds with rich, well-draining soil and morning sun. Their glossy green leaves provide year-round beauty.
Jasmine – Modesty, love & sensuality
Jasmine vines or shrubs fill the garden with a sweet, romantic fragrance, especially in the evening. These vigorous growers do well in warm, sunny spots and can be trained over trellises or fences for a fragrant, love-filled garden.
Azalea – Feminine beauty & passion
Azaleas offer showy, long-lasting spring blooms in brilliant pinks, reds, and purples. Perfect for adding a burst of color to shaded areas, they make a stunning addition to any cut-flower arrangement while thriving in well-draining, acidic soil.
The Meaning Behind Rose Colors
Not all roses mean the same thing! Choose the right color to send the perfect message with a beautiful rose that will rebloom with love.
Houseplants Make Great Valentine Gifts
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to show love with flowers—but why not give a plant that continues to thrive long after the holiday? Whether you're celebrating romance, friendship, or self-love, these gorgeous plants make meaningful gifts with their vibrant colors, heart-shaped leaves, or delicate blooms. Plus, they’ll brighten any indoor space with their beauty!
SummerWinds Gift Card
What better than to give the gift of green with a SummerWinds Gift Card. They are sure to find exactly what they need for their home and garden.
For more last minute ideas, visit any one of our 5 local SummerWinds in the Bay Area.
