This flower delivery calendar adapts flower gifting traditions specifically for Hong Kong, blending Chinese cultural symbolism, local public holidays, business etiquette, and seasonal flower availability. It is suitable for personal gifting, corporate use, florists, and event planners.
Cultural notes for Hong Kong:
• Avoid overly white-only arrangements for celebratory occasions (white is linked to mourning).
• Red, pink, peach, gold, and purple are generally auspicious.
• Even numbers are preferred for celebrations; odd numbers are used for funerals.
• Potted plants are popular for homes and offices due to feng shui symbolism.
January
Overview: January in Hong Kong focuses on renewal, preparation, and setting auspicious foundations for the year ahead. Flower gifting leans toward elegance and symbolism, especially in business and household settings as people prepare for Lunar New Year.
New Year’s Day (January 1)
Occasion Type: Personal & Corporate
Recommended Flowers: Orchids, lilies, tulips, peonies (if available)
Colors: White with red accents, pink, light purple
Meaning: New beginnings, elegance, prosperity
Hong Kong Context:
• Offices often reopen with flowers at reception desks.
• Orchids symbolize refinement and success in business.
Pre‑Lunar New Year (late January)
Occasion Type: Family, Home, Business
Recommended Flowers & Plants: Peach blossom, pussy willow, narcissus, kumquat trees
Meaning: Good fortune, romance, wealth
Tip: Budding (not fully bloomed) flowers symbolize growth for the coming year.
February
Overview: February is the most important flower-gifting month in Hong Kong due to Lunar New Year. Flowers and plants are deeply symbolic, widely displayed in homes, offices, and shops, and are central to wishes of prosperity and happiness.
Lunar New Year (Year of the Horse – February 17, 2026)
Occasion Type: Major Cultural Festival
Recommended Flowers & Plants:
• Peach blossom – romance & luck
• Orchids – wealth & refinement
• Chrysanthemums – longevity
• Kumquat trees – prosperity
Colors: Red, gold, pink
Hong Kong Context:
• Flower Market at Victoria Park is central to gifting culture.
• Potted plants are preferred over cut flowers for longevity.
Valentine’s Day (February 14)
Occasion Type: Romantic
Recommended Flowers: Red and pink roses, ranunculus, peonies (premium)
Cultural Note:
• Luxury wrapping and presentation matter in Hong Kong.
March
Overview: March marks a transition into spring and increased corporate and professional gifting. Flowers are used to show respect, encouragement, and appreciation, especially in workplace and institutional contexts.
International Women’s Day (March 8)
Occasion Type: Corporate & Personal
Recommended Flowers: Tulips, mimosa, roses
Colors: Yellow, pink, purple
Meaning: Respect, appreciation, empowerment
Use Case: HR departments and professional gifting.
Spring Corporate Events & Openings
Recommended Flowers: Orchid stands, anthuriums
Meaning: Success, growth, prestige
Tip: Include bilingual blessing cards (Chinese & English).
April
Overview: April balances remembrance and renewal. While Ching Ming Festival emphasizes respect for ancestors, spring holidays also bring lighter, international-style flower gifting in select communities.
Ching Ming Festival (April 5, 2026)
Occasion Type: Ancestral Remembrance
Recommended Flowers: White and yellow chrysanthemums, lilies
Important:
• These flowers are not reused for celebratory gifting.
• Packaging should remain simple and respectful.
Easter (April 5, 2026 – overlaps in 2026)
Occasion Type: Expat & International Community
Recommended Flowers: Lilies, tulips, pastel roses
Context: Mainly for international schools, churches, and hotels.
May
Overview: May is strongly family-oriented, highlighting gratitude, care, and spirituality. Flower gifting is personal and emotionally driven, with high demand for premium bouquets and religious offerings.
Mother’s Day (May 10, 2026)
Occasion Type: Family
Recommended Flowers: Carnations, roses, peonies, hydrangeas
Colors: Pink, peach, soft red
Hong Kong Trend:
• Premium bouquets and same‑day delivery are common.
Buddha’s Birthday (May 24, 2026)
Occasion Type: Religious
Recommended Flowers: Lotus, orchids
Meaning: Purity, enlightenment
Note: Flowers should be modest and serene.
June
Overview: June blends cultural tradition with celebration. Flowers are used both symbolically in festivals and joyfully in weddings, engagements, and corporate gifting as the year reaches its midpoint.
Dragon Boat Festival (June 19, 2026)
Occasion Type: Cultural / Corporate
Recommended Flowers: Orchids, bamboo arrangements
Meaning: Strength, protection, health
Use Case: Corporate gifting paired with zongzi.
Weddings & Engagement Season
Recommended Flowers: Roses, peonies, calla lilies
Colors: Red, blush, champagne
Feng Shui Tip: Avoid dried flowers for weddings.
July
Overview: July is quieter culturally but active for corporate appreciation and personal milestones. Heat-resistant, long-lasting flowers are preferred due to Hong Kong’s summer climate.
Corporate Appreciation & Mid‑Year Thank‑You Gifts
Recommended Flowers: Sunflowers, orchids, mixed premium bouquets
Meaning: Gratitude, optimism
Context: Popular for clients and senior management.
Summer Birthdays
Recommended Flowers: Hydrangeas, lilies, gerbera daisies
Tip: Heat‑resistant flowers are preferred in Hong Kong’s summer climate.
August
Overview: August centers on romance and personal connections. Modern couples increasingly celebrate Qixi Festival, while casual flower gifting strengthens friendships and emotional bonds.
Qixi Festival (Chinese Valentine’s Day – August 19, 2026)
Occasion Type: Romantic
Recommended Flowers: Red roses, peonies, lilies
Cultural Note: Increasingly popular among younger couples.
Just‑Because & Friendship Gifts
Recommended Flowers: Mixed seasonal bouquets, pastel roses
Meaning: Thoughtfulness and care.
September
Overview: September emphasizes reunion, harmony, and new beginnings. Flower gifting supports both major traditional festivals and encouragement for students and professionals entering new cycles.
Mid‑Autumn Festival (September 25, 2026)
Occasion Type: Family & Corporate
Recommended Flowers: Orchids, chrysanthemums, lantern‑style arrangements
Meaning: Harmony, reunion
Use Case: Often paired with mooncakes.
Back‑to‑School / New Term
Recommended Flowers: Sunflowers, daisies
Meaning: Encouragement, positivity.
October
Overview: October contrasts public celebration with solemn remembrance. Flowers are used formally for national pride and respectfully for ancestral traditions, requiring careful distinction in style and color.
National Day (October 1)
Occasion Type: Corporate / Public Spaces
Recommended Flowers: Red roses, orchids
Colors: Red, gold
Context: Office lobbies and hotels use formal arrangements.
Chung Yeung Festival (October 26, 2026)
Occasion Type: Ancestral Respect
Recommended Flowers: Chrysanthemums
Important: Keep gifting separate from celebratory uses.
November
Overview: November is dominated by business etiquette and relationship maintenance. Flower gifting is understated, refined, and strategic, reinforcing long-term partnerships before year-end.
Business & Client Appreciation Season
Recommended Flowers: Luxury orchid pots, minimalist bouquets
Meaning: Respect, long‑term partnership
Tip: Neutral elegance is preferred over flamboyance.
Thanksgiving (International Community)
Recommended Flowers: Autumn‑toned arrangements
Context: Hotels, expat families, international offices.
December
Overview: December is festive and reflective. Hong Kong blends international holiday traditions with Chinese family values, making flowers a versatile gift across corporate, social, and home settings.
Christmas (December 25)
Occasion Type: International & Corporate
Recommended Flowers: Poinsettias, red roses, amaryllis
Colors: Red, green, gold
Hong Kong Context:
• Widely celebrated in offices, malls, and hotels.
Winter Solstice (December 22)
Occasion Type: Family
Recommended Flowers: Orchids, peonies (if available)
Meaning: Reunion, harmony.
New Year’s Eve
Occasion Type: Personal & Corporate
Recommended Flowers: White orchids with gold accents
Meaning: Reflection, continuity, hope.
