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The Romantic Tale of Roses on Valentine's Day

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Delve into the world of roses on Valentine's Day, from their symbolic significance to extravagant spending on this day of love. Learn about unique ways people celebrate with roses and the booming business behind these beautiful flowers.

Roses take center stage on Valentine's Day, with Americans expected to spend a staggering $2.6 billion on flowers alone for this romantic occasion. Surprisingly, Hawaii boasts the highest cost for a dozen roses, adding to the allure of this timeless symbol of love. But roses are not just reserved for partners; Cynthaya Johnson has been spreading joy by gifting roses to strangers since 2020, emphasizing the need for random acts of kindness in our lives.

The tradition of giving roses on Valentine's Day has evolved beyond the typical bouquet. From delectable edible strawberry roses to creative DIY projects, like making rose-shaped strawberries, people are finding innovative ways to express love and appreciation. Despite the rising prices in the floral industry, red roses remain a top choice for Valentine's Day, retaining their value and significance over the years.

The history of roses intertwines with ancient myths, like the tale of Aphrodite creating the red rose while tending to her wounded lover. This romantic flower has become synonymous with love and desire, captivating generations with its beauty and fragrance. In the US alone, the annual expenditure on Valentine's Day roses exceeds $3 billion, underscoring the monumental scale of this floral phenomenon.

The allure of roses lies in their timeless elegance and association with love. Whether given as a gift or used in culinary creations, roses continue to enchant and inspire, embodying the essence of romance and affection in every petal.

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Valentine's Day: How much is a dozen roses in your state? (The Hill)

One estimate puts total expected flower purchases for Valentine's Day at $2.6 billion. The state with the highest cost of a dozen roses is Hawaii, ...

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Roses aren't just for Valentine's Day, or even your significant other (The Philadelphia Inquirer)

Since 2020, Cynthaya Johnson has been handing out roses to strangers, for no reason other than to brighten their day. We all need more of this in our lives.

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Strawberry Roses perfect for Valentines Day (Food & Home Magazine)

Happy Valentines Day! Celebrate the day of love with this Strawberry rose recipe. A cool activity to spend time with your loved ones.

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How Valentine's Day roses became a booming business (Fast Company)

American imported 2.8 billion cut roses in 2023, and not from where you'd expect.

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Helen Chesnut's Garden Notes: Red roses linked to myth of Aphrodite (Times Colonist)

Aphrodite is said to have created the red rose when, rushing to the aid of her lover, she is wounded by the thorns of a rose bush.

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Valentine's Day: Siba Mtongana's edible strawberry roses (East Coast Radio)

One of the coolest things to gift someone is a bouquet of roses made with strawberries. These DIY edible roses are easy to make and not only are they delicious, ...

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Florists say red rose still No 1 for Valentine's Day (Royal Gazette)

Red roses have not only held their own as a key Valentine offer but it appears they have also held their value in an era of rising prices.

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How Much Is Spent On Valentine's Day Roses In The US? (The Daily Progress)

Valentine's Day roses have become a billion-dollar industry in the US, with Americans spending approximately $3 billion annually. The Society of American ...

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The romance of the rose, and how it became the flower of love (Country Life)

Generations have sought that unattainable mystical creature, the perfect rose: shapely, dark red and sweetly scented. What is it about this flower that ...

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