January
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New Year’s Day (1st)
Start the year with vibrant flowers symbolising fresh beginnings. Consider orchids or lilies.
February
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Valentine’s Day (14th)
Roses remain the classic choice; red for love, pink for admiration. Add seasonal blooms for variety.
March
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International Women’s Day (8th)
Celebrate women with a bouquet of mixed blooms; consider hydrangeas and tulips for elegance.
April
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Ching Ming Festival
Remember ancestors with offerings of flowers, typically chrysanthemums and lilies.
May
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Mother’s Day (Second Sunday)
Gift a bouquet of her favourite flowers or soft pastel arrangements featuring peonies or roses.
June
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Dragon Boat Festival (Date Varies)
Bright floral arrangements can be used for decoration and gifts, focusing on seasonal flowers like hydrangeas.
July
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Hong Kong City Day (1st)
Celebrate with locally-sourced flower bouquets, showcasing tropical blooms such as orchids and anthuriums.
August
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Friendship Day (First Sunday)
A mixed flower arrangement celebrating camaraderie, featuring sunflowers and daisies, is a perfect gift.
September
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Mid-Autumn Festival (Date Varies)
Offer mooncakes with a beautiful floral gift, such as a basket of seasonal chrysanthemums.
October
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Halloween (31st)
Though not traditionally floral, a spooky arrangement with dark blooms and autumn leaves can make a unique gift.
November
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Thanksgiving (Fourth Thursday)
A cornucopia of seasonal flowers, featuring warm autumn hues; think marigolds and dahlias.
December
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Christmas
Celebrate with festive floral arrangements, incorporating traditional poinsettias along with winter greenery.
Additional Considerations
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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.