Hawaiʻi's top 5 most popular flowers for Valentine's
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Valentine's Day in Hawaiʻi is a big deal for florists, and one of the best parts of the holiday is the chance to share beautiful flowers with loved ones.
Watanabe Floral is a local flower shop that is especially excited for this year's Valentine's Day. According to the shop, Valentine's Day can make up to 20% of their entire annual income.For florists, it's like the Super Bowl of the year! The team at Watanabe Floral loves the energy of the day and enjoys helping people make their Valentine's extra special.
According to Watanabe, most flower shoppers are men, with about 90% of the purchases coming from them. However, many of these shoppers are last-minute buyers.
Florists like Watanabe Floral encourage people to order early, especially if they want flowers delivered on time. Although some men wait until after the Super Bowl to think about Valentine's, the Friday before Valentine's Day is still a busy time to buy flowers.
Pre-orders are a great way to engage Watanabe Floral, and they will have completed around 500 deliveries on the Monday and Tuesday before Valentine's Day.
Valentine's Day in Hawaiʻi is all about roses, especially red roses! Watanabe Floral will bring in more than 100,000 rose stems, with about half of them being red.
But roses aren't the only flowers people love on Valentine's Day. Other popular flowers include:
Red roses: These are the classic Valentine's Day flower and symbolize love and romance.
Carnations: Known for their bright colors, carnations are also a favorite.
Lilies: These elegant flowers are often used to make arrangements stand out.
Tulips: Tulips bring a touch of beauty and freshness to any bouquet.
Potted plants: Many people also choose to give potted plants as a lasting gift.
To help flowers stay fresh, Watanabe Floral recommends keeping them in a cool spot away from direct wind or heat.
Don't place them under an air conditioning vent or near a sunny window.
Remember to keep the water fresh; and by the third day, change the water completely and add a floral preservative.
Red roses, carnations and tropical flowers like those grown in Hawaiʻi are some of the longest-lasting flowers.
Although flowers are the main attraction, other gifts are also popular for Valentine's Day. Some of the top items at Watanabe Floral include:
Chocolates from Hawaiʻi Paradise Candies.
Popcorn from Island Popper.
Snacks from Enjoy Snacks.
Olive Oil from Island Olive Oil.
Balloons, including balloon bouquets.
Plush Animals.
Lei, a special Hawaiian touch for the holiday.
If you're in a rush on Valentine's Day, Watanabe Floral has a drive-thru pick-up option. This allows you to avoid crowds and traffic.
All you need to do is pre-order, drive to the back of the building, grab your flowers and go! You can even add balloons or chocolates while you're there.
Watanabe Floral reminds everyone to shop locally, especially for Valentine's. Local florists like them rely on this holiday for a significant portion of their income, and they appreciate the support from the people of Hawaiʻi.
To learn more about Watanabe Floral or to pre-order, click .
Watanabe Floral has been a part of the community for almost 80 years, and they are grateful for their loyal customers.
Valentine's Day is not just about flowers; it's a time to celebrate love and care for those around you.
Get news on the go with KHON 2GO, KHON's morning podcast, every morning at 8
By supporting local florists like Watanabe Floral, you help keep traditions alive while sharing the beauty of flowers with the people you love!
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