5 Days to V-Day: Red Flowers (At Last)

For those of you who are traditionalists at heart, you've probably considered and dismissed all the other color options we've showcased so far in our countdown to Valentine's Day. That's okay. Sometimes the only way to say "I love you" is through red flowers, which is our focal point for today, the 5-day mark until Valentine's Day.

Red flowers, Teleflora says, indicate energy and power, both of which channel together with love to become a symbol of passion, love, and desire. A bouquet or arrangement of red flowers is the utmost in romance, and if your sweetheart is more traditional, think these flowers when you think Valentine's Day gifts:

> Alstroemeria (image courtesy of wholeblossoms.com)

> Anemone (image courtesy of shutterstock.com)

> Carnations (image courtesy of fiftyflowers.com)

> Gerbera daisies (image courtesy of fiftyflowers.com)

> Hypericum berries (image courtesy of fiftyflowers.com)

> Roses (image courtesy of wholeblossoms.com)

> Tulips (image courtesy of teleflora.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.