Flower Guides

From roses to orchids, explore the varietal characteristics, seasonal availability, symbolism, and design applications of every major cut flower. Our flower guides provide comprehensive professional knowledge for florists, traders, and flower enthusiasts.

Roses

Roses are the world’s most popular cut flower, with over 5 billion stems traded annually. Major growing regions include Ecuador, Kenya, the Netherlands, and Colombia. Popular varieties include Freedom Red, Avalanche White, Cappuccino Brown, and David Austin garden roses.

Orchids

Orchids symbolise elegance and luxury, occupying a prominent position in Hong Kong’s floral market. Phalaenopsis and Dendrobium are the most common varieties. Major import sources include Thailand, the Netherlands, and Taiwan.

Lilies

Lilies are prized for their strong fragrance and elegant form, widely used in weddings and formal occasions. Oriental and Asiatic lilies are the two main categories. The Hong Kong market imports primarily from the Netherlands and mainland China.

Peonies

Peonies are known as the “King of Flowers,” symbolising wealth and honour in Chinese culture. Their season is extremely short (4–6 weeks), concentrated in April to May. Major import sources include the Netherlands, Japan, and Luoyang, China.

Hydrangeas

Hydrangeas are beloved by floral designers for their voluminous bloom heads, commonly seen in wedding floristry and premium bouquet design. Major growing regions include the Netherlands and Japan. Available year-round in Hong Kong.