Valentine's Day




VALENTINE'S DAY

Beautiful Red Roses for A Valentine


In ancient Rome, Saint Valentine was locked up for performing weddings for soldiers who at that time were not allowed to get married. 
Before his execution, he wrote a letter to the daughter of his jailer that he had recently healed signing it, “Your Valentine.”
In 1700s Europe, it became a romantic theme and began to look more like it does today. By the mid-1800s Valentine’s Day caught 
on in the United States.
Show your love this Valentine's Day with gifts of beautifully arranged flowers and chocolates. Contact the Boca Raton Florist who 
can help you with all your floral needs and get them delivered early to avoid the rush!
Gorgeous Red Roses in a modern cube arrangement
A Classic Dozen Red Roses with baby's breath

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