When you are picking out Valentine's Day roses, make sure that you pay close attention to the health of the rose petals. Maybe you should consider another arrangement should the rose petals be curling or discoloring in any way as they will not last too long when they are already wilting. Stems really should be strong and straight as well as the petals be in one piece and not falling off the stem. If you are watchful to ensure that the roses look healthy and vibrant then you will be less likely to purchase roses that will only live a few days before they start to die. If purchasing your roses on your own, cut off an inch from the bottom of the stems and place them in water to keep them fresh and in great condition. This will help make sure that the roses are able to receive water better, which will help them to last longer. With your roses, generally a packet will be included and you will probably not want to throw this away.