FiveFaves: Places to get flowers

The Box Social Florist, Kent

Get your sweetheart something special from this gift and flower shop, which specializes in English-garden floral arrangements and has themed gift baskets for sale. 25261 124th Ave. S.E., 253-631-2194

Bee's Florist & Décor, Covington

This shop has a wide variety of flowers to choose from — roses, lilies, orchards and more — to make a beautiful bouquet. 27121 174th Place S.E., Suite 100, 253-630-7673

Bella Home and Garden, Kent

This shop sells upscale floral arrangements that often include fresh mint or garden roses. Bella has two locations: downtown Kent, 212 First Ave. S., 253-852-9945; and Kent Station, 102 Ramsay Way, 253-850-6912.

Cugini Florists, Renton

Enjoy a slice of the islands on a cold winter day with some Hawaiian flowers such as heliconia and bird of paradise from this downtown Renton shop. Pre-made flower arrangements are also available. 413 S. Third St., 877-284-4640

Marine View Florist, Des Moines

Get a unique bouquet of flowers from this shop that specializes in using seasonal flowers from around the world and local favorites such as tulips, daffodils and pussy willows. 21831 Marine View Drive S., 206-824-9603