10 Days to V-Day: Pink Flowers

There are more shades of pink than can be numbered, and flowers come in most of those shades. To kick off the 10-day mark until Valentine's Day, we're looking at the color pink.

Teleflora reports that pink flowers represent femininity, grace, and happiness, as well as innocence and joyfulness. Anything pink tends to be the second-most popular color (next to red) to send to a loved one as a symbol of romance and endurance. If you're looking for something softer and slightly less traditional than red, look at these pink choices:

> Alstroemeria (image courtesy of teleflora.com)

> Carnations (both images courtesy of fiftyflowers.com)

> Gerbera daisies (both images courtesy of wholeblossoms.com)

> Roses (top image courtesy of fiftyflowers.com; middle image courtesy of wholeblossoms.com; bottom image courtesy of flowermuse.com)

> Stargazer lilies (image courtesy of photobucket.com)

> Stock (both images courtesy of fiftyflowers.com)

Note: It's best to order well in advance of the holiday rush so you can ensure that you get the flowers that will make your Valentine's Day as perfect as possible.

Disclaimer: Not all flowers pictured may be available. Always call to inquire for availability of specific flowers and colors.