Roses are the most popular Valentine’s Day flowers, and one of the most common questions before buying is how many roses to give. The answer depends on the occasion, your relationship and the impression you want to make. You will find all red roses in Red roses.
Why an odd number of roses is given
In Lithuania, as in many neighbouring countries, an odd number of flowers is given for celebrations – 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 and so on. An even number is traditionally reserved for funerals, so it is avoided for birthdays or Valentine’s Day. The rule usually applies up to about twenty stems – in large bouquets nobody counts, but many people still choose an odd number.
What the number of roses says
- 1 rose – a sign of attention, often associated with love at first sight. Good for a first date.
- 3 roses – traditionally means “I love you”.
- 7–11 roses – a small, elegant bouquet: a sign of affection or gratitude.
- 15–25 roses – the classic Valentine’s Day bouquet most couples choose.
- 31–51 roses – an impressive bouquet for a special occasion: an anniversary, an engagement or an important apology.
- 101 roses – the grandest gesture, saying “you are the only one”. You will find it in 101 roses.
Number symbolism is a tradition, not a rule. What matters most is that the recipient likes the flowers.
How many roses to choose for Valentine’s Day
You can choose our red rose bouquets with 7 to 87 roses, and the box of red royal roses with 15 to 45 roses. If in doubt, choose 15–25 roses – not too modest and not too much. To surprise without any doubt, choose a rose box or 101 roses.
What rose colours mean
- Red – love and passion, the classic Valentine’s Day colour.
- White – purity and respect.
- Pink – tenderness and affection; suitable when a relationship is just beginning.
- Red and white together – unity; a popular choice for couples.
Frequently asked questions
Why shouldn’t you give an even number of roses?
In Lithuania an even number of flowers is traditionally taken to funerals, so an odd number is given for celebrations. In large bouquets the number is usually no longer counted.
How many roses should I give on a first date?
One or three roses are enough – a sign of attention that does not cause any awkwardness.
Do you deliver on Valentine’s Day if it falls on a Sunday?
Yes. When a holiday falls on a Sunday, we work – on Sunday, 14 February 2027, we will deliver flowers.
Will the recipient know you are delivering flowers?
No. Even when we call the recipient, we do not reveal that we are bringing flowers until we hand them over. If you tell us when ordering that the contents may be revealed, we will let the recipient know.
Can I add a card with my own message?
Yes. Write the card text on the product page – we will write it by hand and attach it to the flowers.