Calendar of Flower Gift-Giving in Hong Kong
January
New Year’s Day (1st)
Start the year with vibrant flowers symbolising fresh beginnings. Consider orchids or lilies.
February
Valentine’s Day (14th)
Roses remain the classic choice; red for love, pink for admiration. Add seasonal blooms for variety.
March
International Women’s Day (8th)
Celebrate women with a bouquet of mixed blooms; consider hydrangeas and tulips for elegance.
April
Ching Ming Festival
Remember ancestors with offerings of flowers, typically chrysanthemums and lilies.
May
Mother’s Day (Second Sunday)
Gift a bouquet of her favourite flowers or soft pastel arrangements featuring peonies or roses.
June
Dragon Boat Festival (Date Varies)
Bright floral arrangements can be used for decoration and gifts, focusing on seasonal flowers like hydrangeas.
July
Hong Kong City Day (1st)
Celebrate with locally-sourced flower bouquets, showcasing tropical blooms such as orchids and anthuriums.
August
Friendship Day (First Sunday)
A mixed flower arrangement celebrating camaraderie, featuring sunflowers and daisies, is a perfect gift.
September
Mid-Autumn Festival (Date Varies)
Offer mooncakes with a beautiful floral gift, such as a basket of seasonal chrysanthemums.
October
Halloween (31st)
Though not traditionally floral, a spooky arrangement with dark blooms and autumn leaves can make a unique gift.
November
Thanksgiving (Fourth Thursday)
A cornucopia of seasonal flowers, featuring warm autumn hues; think marigolds and dahlias.
December
Christmas
Celebrate with festive floral arrangements, incorporating traditional poinsettias along with winter greenery.
Additional Considerations
Anniversaries
Personal to the recipients; often roses, peonies, or any flower that holds significance.Birthdays
Choose flowers based on the recipient's birth month, or their personal preferences, for a thoughtful touch.Sympathy & Condolences
White lilies or soft pastel arrangements provide comfort during difficult times.
This calendar serves as a guide to navigate the various occasions when flower gifting is appropriate in Hong Kong, ensuring you share the joy of floral beauty all year round.
