It happens to the best of us: the calendar was packed, the weeks flew by, and suddenly it's the 12th or 13th of February. Valentine's Day is around the corner and you still have no gift. That is exactly why thousands of people search for last-minute Valentine's Day flowers every year — a solution that is quick, straightforward, and still heartfelt. The good news: fresh flowers can be ordered at short notice, as long as you know what to look for.
Flowers have one decisive advantage over other gift ideas: they always look fresh, personal, and considered — even if the order was placed just 48 hours beforehand. A book you hope will arrive free of charge by the 14th is often already too late. A bouquet, on the other hand, can be ordered from many online florists as late as 13 February for next-day delivery.
There is also the emotional impact to consider: flowers speak a universal language. They signal affection, thoughtfulness, and appreciation — without spending hours searching for the right product. Anyone wanting to order holiday flowers will find a wide selection at specialist online florists, even at short notice.
Not every flower is equally well suited to a last-minute order. What matters is that the variety keeps well, is widely available, and can be sourced in sufficient quantities. These varieties are reliably available at Valentine's Day:
If you want to play it safe, choose a bouquet of red roses — they are available in virtually any quantity around the 14th of February and are always well received by the recipient.
Valentine's Day on 14 February traces back to Saint Valentine, a third-century priest who is said to have secretly married couples. During the Middle Ages, a tradition developed in England and France of exchanging love letters and small gifts on this day. The red rose became the symbol of that tradition — in the language of flowers (floriography) it represents deep, passionate love.
Colour plays an important role here: red roses mean "I love you", pink roses stand for admiration and affection, and white roses symbolise purity and innocence. Anyone who wants to send a deliberate message can say a great deal through the colour of the bouquet — even at the last minute.
Seasonally, February is not a natural peak for roses in central Europe — outdoor roses do not bloom until May. Valentine's Day demand is therefore met almost entirely by growers in the Netherlands, Ecuador, Kenya, and Colombia. Dutch growers are particularly well known for their consistent quality and short transport routes to Germany.
If you want to order flowers just before Valentine's Day, keep a few things in mind to make sure the bouquet arrives on time and in perfect condition:
Once the flowers are delivered: cut the stems at an angle, place them in fresh water, keep them out of direct sunlight, and away from fruit (ethylene gas shortens vase life). Roses prefer lukewarm water; tulips prefer cool.
Regionsflorist sources its flowers directly from growers in the Netherlands — with no middlemen. That means the flowers leave the grower freshly cut and are delivered within 24 to 48 hours. For last-minute orders in particular, this is a significant advantage: the flowers will last noticeably longer with the recipient than stock that has spent several days in a wholesale warehouse.
Anyone looking to order valentines day flowers will find a selection of bouquets and individual stems on the site, put together specially for the occasion — from classic red roses to mixed romantic arrangements. Ordering is straightforward, and delivery is made in special flower boxes that protect freshness during transport.
By the way: if you want to make sure you never miss another occasion, Regionsflorist also lets you order mothers day flowers and order christmas flowers — each with seasonal varieties and matching bouquets.
Valentine's Day flowers are not only for romantic couples. Although the 14th of February is culturally regarded above all as a day for people in love, many people also give flowers on this day to friends, siblings, or parents — as a sign of affection and appreciation.
Similar occasions where flowers make a great gift include International Women's Day on 8 March — anyone wanting to order womensday flowers will find a wide selection there too — and Mother's Day in May.
With most online florists offering express delivery, orders placed up until 13 February — sometimes until midday — can still be guaranteed for delivery on the 14th. Check the exact cut-off time with the retailer you choose, as it varies.
Red roses are available in very large quantities at Valentine's Day and are almost always deliverable at the last minute. Tulips and ranunculus are in season in February and also easy to source. More exotic varieties such as peonies or gardenias may sell out quickly at short notice.
Roses shipped directly from the grower will last 7–12 days with proper care. The key steps: cut the stems at an angle immediately after delivery, place them in fresh water, and keep them somewhere cool. Roses do not like direct sunlight or draughts.
That depends on the retailer. At Regionsflorist you can choose from different varieties and quantities. For last-minute orders, it is advisable to go with a pre-made bouquet, as these can be packed and dispatched more quickly than a fully bespoke arrangement.
