It’s tradition to give flowers to loved ones on Valentine’s Day. Although there are many beautiful floral arrangements to consider, roses are the most popular choice for the official holiday of love. Most people place their orders without giving too much thought to the origins of this practice. If you’ve ever wondered why this striking red flower is the one to give, here’s what you should know.

The Role of Aphrodite

Many know Aphrodite as the Greek goddess of love. She and her lover, Adonis, are emblematic of the world’s best love affairs. Legend tells of an unfortunate day when Adonis went hunting and was killed by a boar, which was thought to be Aphrodite’s former flame, Ares. Aphrodite went to find him and accidentally cut herself. The blood that dripped supposedly transformed a nearby white rose into a red one. The color became symbolic of the passion and the deep love that the two shared for each other.

The Art of Floriography

The Victorians often depended on the fine art of floriography to communicate their feelings of passion to others. Since the Ancient Greeks associated red roses with love, it quickly became the flower of choice for sending a message of affection, warmth, friendliness, or deeper feelings of the heart. Red, in particular, is symbolic of passion, while pink offers a softer, less intense way to express love for someone special.

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching, and you don’t want to miss the chance to send a stunning rose bouquet to your loved one. If you want to order flowers, contact the team at Bella Rosa Corporation on Oahu, HI. These florists carry a wide array of beautiful blooms in every color, making it easy to wow your sweetheart. View a gallery of their arrangements online, and call (808) 848-7673 or (808) 951-0787 to place your order in advance.