A dozen red roses, the finest chocolates and a bottle of bubbly are the most common presents for a loved one on Valentine’s Day so where better to go than your local garden centre for the perfect gift?

The HTA British Rose Group (BRG) is encouraging consumers to purchase a living rose for their loved one. A red rose signifies passion, pink means perfect happiness and a white rose means eternal love. Roses are the perfect gift for your dearest, so why not show an enduring token of affection by giving a rose bush or tree instead? There are lots of roses that are suitable for Valentines Day which include- Aphrodite, Blue for you, Deep Secret, Eyes for you, Hanky Panky, Lovely Lady, My Valentine, Simply the Best, Valentine Heart, Dream Lover, Love Knot and Open arms. 

Stewart Pocock of The Cornish Rose Company said: “Its an ideal time to plant new roses in your garden, they will start flowering from June and should carry on until the first frosts of winter with a minimum of care and provide a delightful reminder of your valentine for years to come. With a wide selection of bush, climbing, patio and shrub roses to choose from, you are bound to find one to suit both her taste and garden.”