The Interesting Facts You Should Know About Valentine's Day

You've probably celebrated Valentine's Day-be it with your special one or by yourself! Yes, you got it right. Who says you can't be your valentine? Surveys show that in 2017, 18% of women sent themselves Valentine's Day flowers. It's indeed the most special day of the year and, more so, a celebration of affection and love. Valentine Day is a day filled with cards, love, flowers, candy, and other surprising facts you probably never knew about!

Valentine Day's Interesting Facts

• Valentine's Day originates from a Pagan festival: Valentine's Day's roots date back even further than Saint Valentine himself. The ancient Romans celebrated a fertility festival called Lupercalia, in mid-February. The festivities involved sacrificing dogs and goats and conducting rituals to increase women's fertility, which was later associated with the modern-day Valentine because they were observed between February 13th and 15th.
• Happy Friend's Day!: Typically, Valentine's Day is associated with being a ‘couple's celebration day'. Valentine's Day has its own interpretation and a different meaning in other countries. Finland has a celebration day called ystävänpäivä, which is interpreted as a ‘Friend's Day. The celebration is meant to appreciate and show respect for your friends.
• Roses are known as the flowers of love: So, how did these beautiful blossoms earn their reputation as a symbol of passion and love? Red roses have been regarded as symbols of love for centuries. In ancient mythology, roses have been the favorite flowers of the goddess of love, Aphrodite. Also, Christian culture equates reed roses to the Virgin Mary. In Shakespeare's classic sonnets, roses are mentioned over 70 times. You now understand why roses sell quickest on Valentine's Day.
• Shakespeare's - Romeo and Juliet: The romantic play, Romeo and Juliet by Shakespeare, is one of the most popular love stories we all know. To the extent that Juliet receives letters on Valentine's Day. Over 1,000 letters were sent to the Verona City (where Romeo and Juliet lived) and addressed Juliet.

Valentines Day Flowers Statistical Facts

• It's estimated that the U.S spends approximately $33.3 billion on Valentines Day flowers for special ones annually.
• Out of the 124.6 million families in the U.S, it's estimated that approximately 43 million of them purchase Valentines Day Flowers.
• Red flowers are the most purchased flowers.
• Mother's Day is the only day that beats Valentine's Day in floral sales.
• Did you know young people lead the trend in floral sales? In 2017, approximately 60% of floral buying households were young people.

Order for some Valentine Days Flowers this year and express love towards your friends, family, or partner. Get out there and spread joy and love. You can be your valentine too. After all, self-love is the best kind of love too. Enjoy your coming valentine!