Are you searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day gift idea? Bouquets and boxes of chocolates are sweet and all, but if you go a step further and find something special and unexpected that lasts a long time, your thoughtfulness will not go unnoticed! That’s why we think plants are the best present to show your affection—they’re beautiful and ever-evolving, just like love!
These Valentine Plant Gifts Will Grow More Beautiful Each Day
Not every plant has a romantic feel—for example, a prickly cactus might not send the right message—but we’ve got plenty of plant varieties that hit all the right notes! Say “I love you” with one of these charming plants that bring all the lovey-dovey vibes.
Cyclamen
Hailing from the Mediterranean, this beautiful, blooming houseplant bears its flowers in winter and remains dormant in summer, so it makes a lovely gift in February. Historically, cyclamen plants symbolized a devoted heart, and in Japan, they are considered the holy flower of love. Their blooms come in all sorts of rosy red, pink, purple, and creamy white shades, with cool blue-green leaves and distinctive silver streaks. Those spellbinding jewel-tone colors never fail to brighten up a chilly, grey February day.
Hoya Kerrii
How could anyone resist this succulent cutie? The Hoya Kerrii has plump, glossy leaves resembling little emerald Valentines. What begins as a single heart-shaped leaf turns into a plant full of trailing vines covered in green hearts, like a garland or a string of ornaments. They look stunning when you train them to climb around a wire trellis, and if they get enough summer sun, they’ll treat you to a delightful display of pink and red flowers.
String of Hearts
The cascading vines of this colorful houseplant look like a tapestry of teal, silver, and plum. Each heart-shaped leaf has a cool, blue-green surface with shiny silver veining, and a purple-pink underside, creating beautiful contrast and dimension. Your special someone will love the way their String of Hearts looks hanging in a sunny window. The vines can grow up to 12 feet long, but they’re very easy to propagate from cuttings, so when you give the plant a trim, you can use the cuttings to grow entirely new plants. Keep that love going!
Heartleaf Philodendron
Another living green Valentine, this tropical beauty grows so voluminous and vibrant, so quickly! The heart-shaped leaves emerge as bronze in color and transition to a rich green. Heartleaf Philodendrons are ideal for hanging baskets or floating shelves, so you best appreciate those spectacular trailing vines. They’re becoming increasingly popular among interior designers and social media influencers for their lush, modern look. It’s stylish and sentimental—a fabulous Valentine’s Day gift idea!
Anthurium
This strikingly beautiful tropical plant has tall, elegant blooms featuring a single, glossy heart petal encircling a stamen. The flowers are technically foliage “spathes,” so they last for several months—much longer than your typical blooming plant! Anthuriums are available in all the classic Valentine colors: pink, red, purple, and white, but there are black varieties too if you want to do something more edgy and dramatic. Keep them in bright indirect or filtered light to get the most blooms possible.
African Violet
A low-maintenance plant that’s perfect for beginners, the African violet is beloved for its plush, velveteen leaves, and candy-colored blooms. We love their ultra-rich shades of lavender, plum, magenta, icy pink, and vanilla cream, and the multi-colored varieties are absolutely gorgeous! With a regal, opulent look that’s fit for a royal but an easy-care routine that’s nearly effortless, you can’t go wrong with an African violet for Valentine’s Day.
Make Plant Perfect your one-stop shop for plant gifts in Bismarck! No matter the occasion, you’re bound to find something special that suits any style and any skill level. Visit us soon—Valentine’s Day is approaching fast!