Ironically, the day when we celebrate love may have much darker origins. Ancient Romans celebrated the feast of Lupercalia on Feb. 13-15. The feast involved animal sacrifices and whipping women, ...

More than chocolates in a heart-shaped box, more than dinner reservations and bright red teddy bears, it’s roses that have really come to symbolize Valentine’s Day. The most popular flower of the ...

Valentine's Day falls on February 14—a day when lovers show their appreciation for each other, through romantic poems, letters, cards, chocolates, roses, or other gifts. The holiday dates back to 496 ...

Tens of millions of red roses will change hands tomorrow because the language of flowers (“floriography”) has determined that those say, “I love you” better than anything else this side of chocolate.

Rose prices are up all over the world this year as costs have risen for airfare, fuel, labor, fertilizer and other components. Demand hasn't changed, though, people want their red roses for ...

If you've been hit by Cupid's arrow, one of the most classic gifts to give on Valentine's Day is the timeless flower bouquet. Whether delivered in person or ordered online, an eye-catching flower ...

Alright, we’re getting close to the finish line. It’s the same date every year, but it always seems to sneak up on some of us. If you’ve waited until the last minute to find your sweetheart the ...

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*(CNN) — More than chocolates in a heart-shaped box, more than dinner reservations and bright red teddy bears, it’s roses that have really come to symbolize Valentine’s Day. The most popular flower of ...

The first thing you notice when you walk into Scotts Flowers just before Valentine's Day is the quiet. People are focused. The storefront at the Manhattan florist is serene and immaculate, full of ...