If you love the idea of sending something red, something blooming, and something that says "I love you" on Valentine's Day, it doesn't always have to be red roses. From Martha's favorite florist, Michael George, here are some stunning alternative flowers to red roses.

Tulip
Botanical name: tulipa
Common name: tulip
Symbol: declaration of love

Amaryllis
Botanical name: amaryllis
Common Name: belladonna lily or pretty lady
Symbol: pride

Ranunculus
Botanical name: ranunculus
Common name: buttercup, crowfoot
Symbol: charm

Calla Lily
Botanical name: zantedeschia
Common name: calla lily
Symbol: magnificent beauty

Anemone
Botanical name: anemone
Common name: windflower
Symbol: abandonment

Red Sweet Pea
Botanical name: Lathyrus odoratus
Common name: sweet pea
Symbol: lasting pleasure

Grevillea
Botanical name: grevillea
Common name: spider flower

Special Thanks
Michael George