Church Street Flowers
This teeny-tiny shop on Church Street packs a big punch when it comes to its florals, which are dreamed up by a lovely trio of ladies.

What's in this arrangement: “Hydrangea, Piano garden roses, parrot tulips, ranunculus, and miltonia orchids.”

What makes it extra special: "The flowers are tightly closed and compact," says Stephanie Foster. "Over the life of the arrangement the ranunculus are going to bloom open, revealing fluttery, paper-like petals, and the tulips will open up to show the delicate fringe on their edges. It's exciting to watch how the flowers change and bloom. Some of them grow more in height even though they are cut."

Why it beats a dozen roses: “Roses are beautiful, but very predictable. This is just as romantic as roses, but contains flowers that people might not see everyday and the design is more original.”

Lifespan: 5-7 days

Price: $70 to $150, plus $15 shipping fee

Order by: A few days before February, 14

Photo: Courtesy of Church Street Flowers