Break Out of the Winter Blues - and Heat Things Up - at Valentine's Day!

Elm Grove, Wis. – The calendar plays a curious trick on Wisconsinites this time of year: Dropping Valentine’s Day smack in the middle of February, a month known for cold, dreary days that can test the patience and optimism of all living through it.

So why resort to the “dozen red roses” – a classic yet decidedly subdued Valentine’s Day gift – for your sweetheart? Instead, break up the winter blues with bright, lively flowers replete with the colors of passion, excitement and energy!

Adding elements from nature’s vibrant palette brings a new dimension of beauty and joy to a Valentine’s Day bouquet. It also demonstrates creativity and original thinking. How better to show you care?

“Valentine’s Day can be about so much more than roses,” said Denise Barnett, co-owner of Snapdragon Flowers of Elm Grove. “It’s a chance to heat things up with what I call the ‘Light Her Fire’ palette – flowers in lively shades of reds, yellows, orange and hot pink. Besides showing thought and originality, their bright colors really help cheer up those overcast days!”

The options for colors, patterns and textures are endless. Bright daffodils are just returning to market. Lilies, tulips, cremones and alstromeria offer a dizzying array of shapes, sizes, colors and leaf configurations.

Gladiolas and calla lilies are dramatic, can’t-miss parts of any bouquet. Tropical species such as anthurium and birds of paradise are easily among nature’s finest works of art.

Roses, the standard flower of Valentine’s Day affection, can still be in the mix. One or two roses among other bright, colorful floral companions resonates with holiday tradition, Barnett said.

“Mixing up a variety of different flowers also offers the chance to enjoy them further, because some species last longer,” Barnett said. “Who wouldn’t want that this time of year?”

Break up those winter blues at Valentine’s Day! The possibilities are limited only by your – and your florist’s – imaginations and creativity. Just remember to order flowers early, to ensure your choice is available.

Located at 13458 Watertown Plank Road, in the heart of downtown Elm Grove, Snapdragon Flowers provides fresh, beautiful flowers and plants for people, events and occasions throughout southeastern Wisconsin. Its unique, innovative arrangements and designs are destined to bring smiles when desired, and comfort when needed. More information is available by calling (262) 782-8380 or visiting www.elmgroveflowershop.com.