As Valentine’s Day returns, romance naturally takes center stage, and fresh flowers are the perfect way to celebrate. Red roses remain a timeless favorite, but personal blooms, like the flowers from your wedding day, the ones you chose on your first date, or their favorite stems blooming in their favorite shades, can feel even more meaningful. Selecting the arrangement is like writing a love story, and the delivery is the moment it comes to life. So how do you make sending flowers feel personal and memorable? The romance experts at Schultz Florist, the premier flower shop in Chicago, are sharing thoughtful delivery ideas inspired by Gary Chapman’s love languages, modern romance styles, and even their passions and hobbies.

Pair Flowers with a Love Note, Poem, or Song Lyrics

Love notes come in all forms, from long and deeply personal love notes to short and sweet poems and even a favorite line from a song. No matter your style, flowers paired with a romantic card message speak straight to the heart of someone who feels most loved through words of affirmation and a sense of feeling appreciated. Choose an arrangement of passionate reds for that classic romance mood, or opt for soft seasonal blooms for a lighter touch. Your words will echo long after the flowers arrive, so cue the happy tears.

Pick Them Up From Work with Flowers on the Passenger Seat

Romance doesn’t have to be huge to be meaningful, it just has to be thoughtful. If your partner’s love language is acts of service or they lean more towards a practical romance style, the most romantic thing you can do is lighten their load after a long workday. Pick them up after their shift with bright flowers waiting on the passenger seat and a plan that gives them the night off. Take care of dinner, tidy up the house, and tag in backup for the kids or pets. It’s flowers plus follow-through, and that’s a heart-melter.

Plan an Adventurous Day Together

For your adventure-loving, live-life-to-the-fullest partner, plan something dreamy, spontaneous, and totally unforgettable. A trail you’ve never hiked, a new city to explore, maybe even a pottery class they’ve been wanting to try! Doing something together is the way to their heart if their love language is quality time or shared experiences. Start the day off with fresh flowers in hand to set the tone. Perhaps lively orchids or anthuriums for something colorful, bold, and playful. It’s the kind of surprise that turns your day into a core memory.

Brighten the Kitchen with Blooms While You Bake or Cook Together

If your partner comes alive while baking, cooking, or hosting the people they love, make the kitchen your date-night destination. When food (or quality time) is their love language, the romantic move is pretty obvious. Throw on matching aprons, set out a grand bouquet to brighten the space, and have a favorite recipe ready to roll. Prep the ingredients, hit play on a fun playlist, and let them walk into the smell of something delicious and the feeling of being truly understood. By the end, you’ll have a home-cooked meal, sweet memories, and a floral centerpiece that steals the show.

Ensure They Have Fresh Stems All Year Long

Romance doesn’t have to be a once-a-year event. Keep it blooming with a flower subscription that delivers beauty and love again and again. If you’re in a long-distance relationship, it’s a meaningful way to feel close across the miles. If their love language is receiving gifts or they appreciate consistency, it’s a steady, heartfelt reminder that they matter to you. With seasonal blooms arriving regularly, you’ll keep their home bright and their days filled with joy and happiness.

Whether you’re leaning into love languages, romance styles, or simply following your instincts, Schultz Florist is your partner in creating heartfelt moments with the best bouquets.