Skip the flowers! Here are the perfect plants to give your Valentine.
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and if you're looking to step away from the traditional bouquet of flowers, we've got a green alternative that's sure to make your Valentine's heart bloom – quite literally! While flowers are a classic choice, why not consider a gift that lasts longer and grows your potted plant collection?! Here are a few of our favorite romantic houseplant types that are sure to say “Be mine” this Valentine’s Day:
Anthuriums
With flowers in red, white, or pink, it’s the perfect V-Day plant. As a bonus, the waxy blooms are made up of a heart-shaped spathe!
Pro tip: Not all Anthuriums are the same! Make sure the type you get matches the care effort you’re willing to put in!
Heartleaf Ferns
A heartleaf fern is a petite fern, prized by fern lovers for its glossy heart-shaped leaves held by thin black stems. This plant needs lots of humidity, therefore it does best in a terrarium environment!
Pro tip: Not a terrarium fan? Try keeping it in a steamy bathroom.
String of Hearts
With its delicate-looking, heart-shaped, silver-engraved leaves, this house plant is a perfect gift for this romantic holiday! As a bonus, the String of Hearts is a tough plant that will persist in many spots in the home.
Hoya Heart
The heart-shaped leaf of the Hoya kerrii is commonly referred to as the Valentine or Sweetheart plant. These Hoya hearts not only embody love and affection but also endure in their heart-y form for years, making them a timeless and meaningful expression of sentiment.
Heartleaf Philodendron
The heart-shaped leaves of the Heartleaf Philodendron are big and bold, just like your love for your Valentine!
Pro tip: This fast-growing plant needs misting regularly, so add a mister to the gift!
This Valentine's Day, break away from the conventional bouquet of flowers and embrace a more enduring gesture. Cultivate not merely a moment but a living reminder of your affection by gifting beautiful houseplants. Let the essence of your love flourish and grow, echoing the timeless beauty of your relationship.