Best Flower Delivery Services for Valentine's Day

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I may not have a green thumb (my withered potted plants will tell on me), but there's something undeniably romantic and validating about receiving flowers. I’ve started getting flowers delivered to my mother each birthday and Mother’s Day, while my husband has discovered the best local florists. I've learned that not all flower delivery services are created equal.

And this year, with the weather throwing a wrench into delivery service and support, it’s critical to shop earlier than usual. We highly recommend ordering now, and scheduling delivery a little early. While delivery on Valentine’s Day is most ideal (and romantic), unexpected winter storms could see your good efforts go to waste.

Years of flower delivery service testing has proven to be a bit of a mixed bag - some arrived fresh but late, others a little worse for wear, while one bouquet was disappointing for the price point. After testing several services throughout the year for various occasions, I've gotten a better sense of which companies actually deliver on their promises versus those that look good online but fall short in reality.

I decided to put together this guide because Valentine's Day flower shopping, sharing my honest experiences - both good and bad - so you can make the best choice for your budget and expectations.

The Language of Flowers

Valentine's flowers carry their own romantic symbolism, rooted in the Victorian language of flowers known as floriography. Red roses obviously represent passionate love, but pink roses symbolize admiration and gratitude while white roses can represent new beginnings. Beyond roses, red tulips mean "believe me" or a declaration of love, while purple tulips represent royalty and elegance.

If you want to get creative beyond the traditional red rose bouquet, understanding these meanings can help you choose something more personal and thoughtful.

• Check out: Floriography: An Illustrated Guide to the Victorian Language of Flowers

Flower Delivery Services for Valentine's Day: A Full Review

In the list below, I’m breaking down the pros and cons of each flower delivery service just in time for Valentine’s Day. It’s hard to tick every box, so consider instead what is important to you such as price point, timing and delivery options, flower and bouquet sizes, accessories and more.

You’ll need to order soon; the available delivery dates will be filling up fast.

1. Ode A La Rose

Price: starting at $59 (fewest stems); roses may average between $100-250 depending on quantity

What we liked:

• Arrived on time
• Flowers were fresh, few wilted spots

What we didn’t:

• Higher cost
• Bouquet was a little plain
• Reviewers say the quality can skew wildly

What to know:

• Nice accessories, recommend getting the suggested vase

My review: I ordered from Ode a la Rose for Mother's Day, and they arrived on time. I booked the order about a week and a half in advance, and scheduled them to arrive a few days ahead of the holiday rather than same-day.

If you don’t mind spending a little more, the signature bouquets are more vibrant, including traditional rose combinations, carnations and stylish greenery like eucalyptus.

Ode A La Rose has solid reviews on Trustpilot (4.5 stars), with most pretty happy with their purchase. Certain fulfillment florists, however, could be causing some dissatisfaction with poor quality reported (including dead flowers) despite the higher than typical cost.

For Valentine’s Day, you can add-on a card, sweets, candles, teddy bears or even personalized gift options.

2. Fresh Sends

Price: starting at $60 and up

What we liked:

• Unique selection of gifting options
• Packaging keeps flowers fresh; good presentation

What we didn’t:

• High delivery fees

This suggestion was provided by a colleague and deskmate, who raved about Fresh Sends when I asked around for favorite flower delivery services. According to Trustpilot, the company has 4.4 stars and over 1,000 reviews on the platform.

Her review: “Fresh Sends is my go-to recommendation whenever someone asks about floral delivery. From start to finish, the experience just doesn’t miss.

The website is easy to use, and their gifting options feel genuinely thoughtful and unique. If you want to send more than just flowers, the Pasta Night Send is such a fun pick for foodies. Flowers paired with pasta, EVOO and a wooden spoon? Yes please.

The Candy Send is another favorite, because who doesn’t love a little sweet treat with their flowers?

Ordering is straightforward and prices feel fair, but what really sets Fresh Sends apart for me is what shows up to the lucky recipient.The flowers are always fresh, and adorable wrapping and packaging keeps every petal perfectly in place.

If you’re looking for a full experience from checkout to final presentation I truly can’t recommend Fresh Sends enough.”

Final Thoughts

There are plenty of flower delivery services to pick from; some may be a better match to your budget, or offer more flexible delivery dates. We're not saying any other service is a bad option, these were simply the two that stood out from the pack.

So whether you're sending a dozen red roses or a small but meaningful bouquet to your loved one, we'd love to hear about your experiences. Be sure to comment below your favorite delivery service or bouquet option!