>>Valentine's Day Roses are Losing Appeal, Heart-Shaped Leaves of Cyclamen Becoming Popular
(Undated) -- Some Virginians are choosing a houseplant instead of cut roses for their Valentine. Whether they are too predictable, overdone, or show a lack of personal thought, many customers are opting to give cyclamen.Preview: Gardening Expert Cynthia Domenghini says cyclamen are readily available through garden centers, florists, and even in grocery stores. She says if temperatures get too high indoors, they will fade. They also need high humidity levels.
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Some Virginia sweethearts are opting for a houseplant with a amorous history over the traditional red roses this Valentine's Day. Gardening Expert Cynthia Domenghini says the perinneal houseplant known as cyclamen, with it's heart-shaped leaves, is a sacred flower for lovers, according to Japanese culture.Preview: She says the plant is typically a fall bloomer with long lasting blooms. You can find them at your local garden center, florist, or in grocery stores.