February 3, 2026 – written by Ayla Stults-Lopez
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be all roses and short-lived bouquets. In the garden, love shows up as rich foliage, heart-shaped blooms, and colors that last far beyond February. From deep reds to soft blush and luminous whites, these TERRA NOVA® Nurseries varieties bring romance into landscapes, containers, decorative table arrangements, and gardens all year long.
Here are 10 plants in perfect Valentine’s Day shades, each one beautiful, dependable, and easy to fall in love with.
1. Dicentra ‘Amore Rose’
Nothing says Valentine’s Day quite like heart-shaped flowers. Dicentra ‘Amore Rose’ delivers classic romance with modern garden performance, producing cascades of rosy pink blooms over a long season. Perfect for shade gardens and woodland edges, it’s a true keeper.
2. Heuchera FOREVER® ‘Red’
Bold, rich, and unforgettable, Heuchera FOREVER® ‘Red’ offers intense red foliage that holds its color season after season. Use it as a statement plant in containers or as a dramatic contrast in mixed borders. This plant is passion-forward.
3. Bergenia ‘Flirt’
With glossy evergreen leaves that present a beautiful wine color in spring, bloom bright pink flowers. Bergenia ‘Flirt’ brings charm and confidence to the garden. Its sturdy habit and early blooms make it an easy favorite for borders, pathways, and winter interest.
4. Heucherella ‘Pink Stardust’
If Valentine’s Day had a firework, it would look like Heucherella ‘Pink Stardust’. Star-like, vibrant pink flowers burst above textured foliage, adding softness and movement to shade and part-shade spaces. With cold exposure, the foliage has a kiss of pink on its edges, making it a seasonally dynamic plant.
5. Anemone SATIN DOLL™ ‘Blush’
Elegant and refined, Anemone SATIN DOLL™ ‘Blush’ produces silky soft pink flowers that feel light and romantic. Blooming later in the season, it’s a reminder that love and great color don’t fade after spring.
6. Cyclamen SWEETHEART™ Series
With upswept petals and heart-shaped leaves, the Cyclamen SWEETHEART™ Series feels tailor-made for Valentine’s Day. Available in shades of pink, red, and white, these compact plants shine in containers and shaded garden pockets. One of the earliest spring bloomers, making it a great companion for Valentine’s Day.
7. Heuchera ‘Iridescent’
Soft, pearly foliage with hints of rose and silver gives Heuchera ‘Iridescent’ a dreamy, romantic quality. It pairs beautifully with deeper reds and pinks, making it a perfect supporting plant in Valentine-inspired combinations.
8. Liatris ‘White Feather’
Clean, elegant, and timeless, Liatris ‘White Feather’ offers crisp white blooms that balance bolder Valentine hues. Its upright form adds structure to mixed plantings while supporting pollinators throughout the season.
9. Heuchera ‘Testarossa’
For gardeners who love drama, Heuchera ‘Testarossa’ delivers deep red foliage with strong garden presence. It’s bold without being overpowering, ideal for creating contrast and visual depth.
10. Coreopsis NOVA® ‘Opal’
Soft blush tones and airy flowers make Coreopsis NOVA® ‘Opal’ a gentle nod to romance. Easygoing and floriferous, it brings lightness and warmth to sunny borders and containers alike.
Valentine’s Day is about appreciation, connection, and choosing what lasts. These TERRA NOVA® Nurseries varieties go beyond color; they offer performance, longevity, and beauty that return year after year.
Whether you’re designing a garden, refreshing a container, or helping customers fall in love with plants that truly perform, these selections prove that the best Valentine’s gifts don’t fade… they grow.