What gifts pop into your mind when you think of Valentine\u2019s Day? Roses? Heart-shaped boxes of chocolates? Love \u201ccoupon books\u201d containing stuff like \u201cfree hugs\u201d? Better be careful\u2026a recent survey found that over one in five Americans seriously consider ditching their partners for giving them a \u201cclich\u00e9\u201d gift like flowers for Valentine\u2019s Day!<\/p>\n
A gift of roses has a lot going for it. Firstly, they\u2019re beautiful \u2013 no one is disputing that. Secondly, they smell divine \u2013 a bouquet of roses adds a wonderful perfume to a room. Lastly, you won\u2019t look cheap when you give your loved one a rose bouquet because roses can be expensive\u2026depending on the type of arrangement you could wind up spending as much as $50.00 or more for just a dozen long-stemmed red roses.<\/p>\n
Sending flowers has drawbacks, however\u2026they don\u2019t last very long (around 5-7 days on average), they need to be cared for (changing the water, feeding, etc.), and their strong scent can be problematic for some people (e.g. those prone to allergies).<\/p>\n
The top two objections people have to Valentine\u2019s Day flowers, however is that they\u2019re A) predictable, and B) impersonal. If you stop to think about it, you\u2019ll remember that the gifts you found most memorable were the ones your loved one put a little thought into. An original, thoughtful<\/em> gift will go a lot further toward making your recipient feel appreciated this Valentine\u2019s Day, whether you\u2019re shopping for a partner, relative or friend!<\/p>\n Instead of sending your recipient a vase or basket of flowers for Valentine\u2019s Day, you can delight them with a basket of fresh fruit and other treats from Hale Groves!<\/p>\n Here are three reasons why a Valentine\u2019s Fruit Basket from Hale Groves makes a splendid Valentine\u2019s Day gift:<\/p>\n Buying a basket of fruit for your Valentine is a smart way to save money without sacrificing on the quality of the gift. Many of Hale\u2019s gorgeous fruit gift baskets and fruit gift boxes cost a fraction of what a large flower arrangement would cost, meaning you get more bang for your buck when choosing an impressive gift. And with so many price points to choose from, you are assured of getting a quality gift while staying within your budget.<\/p>\n When stored in a cool, dry place, our Grove Navel Oranges<\/a>, Ruby Red Grapefruit<\/a>, Hale Honeybells<\/a> and other delightful citrus fruits will stay fresh and perfect as they were the day they arrived for a month or more.<\/p>\n But there\u2019s another great reason fruit is better than flowers for Valentine\u2019s Day \u2013 you can eat it, and it\u2019s delicious! Unlike a vase of flowers your recipient will worry might get knocked over, a box or basket of fresh fruit and treats is something the whole family can enjoy. Fresh fruit is a staple for many households, and a fruit gift means one less thing your recipients need to include on their lists\u2026your recipients not only will save money, they\u2019ll also get to enjoy premium fruits of a quality far superior to those provided by conventional fruit sellers. And fruit can be used in so many ways \u2013 as a snack eaten fresh out of hand, added to salads or smoothies, and even used in baking and cooking. Try doing all that with flowers!<\/p>\n At Hale Groves, we like to say that \u201cfood always fits\u201d \u2013 it\u2019s a gift everyone can use and enjoy. But one thing that might make you hesitate about sending a gift of food is the concern over whether your recipient can actually enjoy it. These days, it seems like there are more eating practices, food sensitivities, and food restrictions to be aware of, and that can make gifts of food a bit problematic.<\/p>\n The good news is that fresh fruit is often a \u201csafe\u201d food gift. In fact, it\u2019s hard to get too much fruit \u2013 most Americans don\u2019t eat enough. Chocolate is a traditional Valentine\u2019s Day gift, but if your loved ones are trying to eat more mindfully or have special dietary needs, giving them nutritious, vitamin-rich oranges and grapefruits is much better than giving them candy that they may not even be able to eat. Fresh citrus fruit is sweet without all the extra calories and processed sugar found in traditional Valentine\u2019s candy.<\/p>\n That doesn\u2019t mean you have to forgo chocolate entirely, however\u2026many of Hale Groves\u2019 gift baskets include gourmet baked goods and candies fresh from our kitchens and bakeries as well as crunchy nuts, dried fruits and fresh fruits for a variety of treats to please every palate. By choosing a variety assortment you can ensure your recipient enjoys a little indulgence along with their healthy treats, and that there\u2019s something for everyone!<\/p>\n Need some help getting started with your holiday shopping? Here are a few ideas that we\u2019ve found are popular with Hale customers in search of the best Valentine\u2019s Day gifts:<\/p>\n Convinced yet? Think outside the vase and surprise your special someone this Valentine\u2019s Day with a basket of fruit instead of flowers! We guarantee they\u2019ll be delighted with your thoughtfulness and ingenuity.<\/p>\n What gifts pop into your mind when you think of Valentine\u2019s Day? Roses? Heart-shaped boxes of chocolates? Love \u201ccoupon books\u201d containing stuff like \u201cfree hugs\u201d? Better be careful\u2026a recent survey found that over one in five Americans seriously consider ditching their partners for giving them a \u201cclich\u00e9\u201d gift like flowers for Valentine\u2019s Day! It\u2019s the Thought That Counts A gift of roses has a lot going for it. Firstly, they\u2019re beautiful \u2013 no one is disputing that. Secondly, they smell divine \u2013 a bouquet of roses adds a wonderful perfume to a room. Lastly, you won\u2019t look cheap when you give your loved one a rose bouquet because roses can be expensive\u2026depending on the type of arrangement you could wind up spending as much as $50.00 or more for just a dozen long-stemmed red roses. Sending flowers has drawbacks, however\u2026they don\u2019t last very long (around 5-7 days on average), they need to be cared for (changing the water, feeding, etc.), and their strong scent can be problematic for some people (e.g. those prone to allergies). The top two objections people have to Valentine\u2019s Day flowers, however is that they\u2019re A) predictable, and B) impersonal. If you stop to think about it, you\u2019ll remember that the gifts you found most memorable were the ones your loved one put a little thought into. An original, thoughtful gift will go a lot further toward making your recipient feel appreciated this Valentine\u2019s Day, whether you\u2019re shopping for a partner, relative or friend! Valentine\u2019s Day Gift Baskets from Hale Groves Instead of sending your recipient a vase or basket of flowers for Valentine\u2019s Day, you can delight them with a basket of fresh fruit and other treats from Hale Groves! Here are three reasons why a Valentine\u2019s Fruit Basket from Hale Groves makes a splendid Valentine\u2019s Day gift: It\u2019s easy to find a great gift to fit your budget. If you\u2019ve ever shopped for flowers on a national website, you know how fast the price can go up. This is especially true around Valentine\u2019s Day, Mother\u2019s Day, and other holidays where flowers are a traditional gift, as florists tend to raise their prices at such times. Buying a basket of fruit for your Valentine is a smart way to save money without sacrificing on the quality of the gift. Many of Hale\u2019s gorgeous fruit gift baskets and fruit gift boxes cost a fraction of what a large flower arrangement would cost, meaning you get more bang for your buck when choosing an impressive gift. And with so many price points to choose from, you are assured of getting a quality gift while staying within your budget. Fruit lasts longer than flowers. As stated above, Valentine\u2019s Day flowers don\u2019t generally last longer than a week, tops. When properly stored, however, fruit can last considerably longer than that \u2013 particularly winter citrus fruits, which are in season this time of year and of which Hale Groves has a wide variety! When stored in a cool, dry place, our Grove Navel Oranges, Ruby Red Grapefruit, Hale Honeybells and other delightful citrus fruits will stay fresh and perfect as they were the day they arrived for a month or more. Fruit is practical as well as beautiful. Flowers are lovely to look at and smell wonderful, right? Well, the same can be said of colorful, fragrant fresh fruit from Hale Groves! A basket of bright orange, Honey-Sweet Tangerines, blushing Ruby Red Grapefruit and Golden Honeybells add a vivid splash of color on a dreary, gray winter\u2019s day, while the refreshing scent of their peels is vibrant without being cloying. But there\u2019s another great reason fruit is better than flowers for Valentine\u2019s Day \u2013 you can eat it, and it\u2019s delicious! Unlike a vase of flowers your recipient will worry might get knocked over, a box or basket of fresh fruit and treats is something the whole family can enjoy. Fresh fruit is a staple for many households, and a fruit gift means one less thing your recipients need to include on their lists\u2026your recipients not only will save money, they\u2019ll also get to enjoy premium fruits of a quality far superior to those provided by conventional fruit sellers. And fruit can be used in so many ways \u2013 as a snack eaten fresh out of hand, added to salads or smoothies, and even used in baking and cooking. Try doing all that with flowers! Healthy Valentine\u2019s Gifts from Hale Groves At Hale Groves, we like to say that \u201cfood always fits\u201d \u2013 it\u2019s a gift everyone can use and enjoy. But one thing that might make you hesitate about sending a gift of food is the concern over whether your recipient can actually enjoy it. These days, it seems like there are more eating practices, food sensitivities, and food restrictions to be aware of, and that can make gifts of food a bit problematic. The good news is that fresh fruit is often a \u201csafe\u201d food gift. In fact, it\u2019s hard to get too much fruit \u2013 most Americans don\u2019t eat enough. Chocolate is a traditional Valentine\u2019s Day gift, but if your loved ones are trying to eat more mindfully or have special dietary needs, giving them nutritious, vitamin-rich oranges and grapefruits is much better than giving them candy that they may not even be able to eat. Fresh citrus fruit is sweet without all the extra calories and processed sugar found in traditional Valentine\u2019s candy. That doesn\u2019t mean you have to forgo chocolate entirely, however\u2026many of Hale Groves\u2019 gift baskets include gourmet baked goods and candies fresh from our kitchens and bakeries as well as crunchy nuts, dried fruits and fresh fruits for a variety of treats to please every palate. By choosing a variety assortment you can ensure your recipient enjoys a little indulgence along with their healthy treats, and that there\u2019s something for everyone! Popular Valentine\u2019s Day Gift Ideas from Hale Groves Need some help getting started with your holiday shopping? 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