Blossom Love this Valentine's Day with Amaryllis
Gardenuity's Valentine's Day Guide: Spread Love with Amaryllis
Let's get a jump on February 14th! Here at Gardenuity, we're all about spreading love in all its forms, and there's no better way to show it than with beautiful, fresh flowers. We're putting a spin on the traditional Valentine's Day and celebrating all the loves in our lives - from friends and family to our communities.
But why amaryllis? This gorgeous flower carries a rich history, tracing back to... Ancient Egypt, where it was often gifted to both lovers and gods! The Greco-Roman era followed suit, with the modern practice really taking off during the Victorian era. In a time where emotions were shunned, flowers like the amaryllis served as a silent language, known as floriography. Each blossom held a specific meaning, and exchanging bouquets became a secret, intimate affair.
Boiling it down for modern times, red roses still symbolize deep, romantic love, while yellow roses represent friendship and daisies signify a loyal kind of love. But we think you can do better than the expected! Let's shake things up with the truly timeless beauty that is the amaryllis.
Originating from Africa, amaryllis bulbs boast an intriguing name from the Greek "amarysso," meaning "to sparkle." Don’t expect to run any love-sick amaryllis heroism like the Greek myth of Amaryllis and Alteo! Instead, you can pick up a bulb from Gardenuity and make this Valentine's Day special.
Good news: there's no Oracle of Delphi to tell you how to win your lover's heart - just visit our site and order a stunning, acrylic-tagged amaryllis labeled "Grow Love." Why, you ask? Not only will your gift keep on giving, but waxed bulbs last longer than traditional cut flowers and require no maintenance whatsoever! So, show your love and skip the hassle of watering. Go ahead and shop for those you love now, and get ready to watch your love bloom!
Want more? Check out our additional resources on The Holiday Amaryllis, Holiday Plants, and an interview with Amaryllis Bulb Farm Partner: Charles Barnhoorn of Hadeco!
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- Elevate your home-and-garden lifestyle this Valentine's Day by choosing an unconventional yet timeless bloom - the amaryllis.
- As you explore Gardenuity's selection of amaryllis bulbs, think about more than just gifting a stunning flower - you're also offering a low-maintenance, long-lasting lifestyle improvement for the ones you love.
