Birthdays and wedding anniversaries are personal milestones, while other special days are celebrated by many people each year.
Parents' Day, Valentine's Day, White Day and Pepero Day offer opportunities to express love and appreciation with flowers and small gifts.
In South Korea, the 14th of each month also has an informal name and meaning, such as Diary Day, Black Day, Rose Day or Photo Day.
This guide introduces four popular occasions for giving flowers and explains the names and meanings associated with the 14th of each month.
Four special days for flower gifts
Parents' Day — May 8
Parents' Day is an opportunity to thank parents for their love and care.
In South Korea, carnations are a familiar Parents' Day gift. Bouquets, flower baskets, Phalaenopsis orchids and potted plants are other options to suit your parents' tastes.
If you cannot visit in person, flower delivery offers a way to send your thanks.
Customers living overseas can also check international credit card and PayPal payment options for sending flowers to parents in South Korea.
Our dedicated guide covers carnations, thank-you messages, advance delivery arrangements and payment from overseas.
Valentine's Day — February 14
Valentine's Day is an occasion to express affection for someone you love.
Alongside chocolates and cards, a bouquet of red roses or a pink flower basket can convey love and appreciation.
In South Korea, the day is widely associated with giving chocolate, but flowers and other small gifts are also ways to express your feelings.
Our dedicated guide explains rose colors, 100-rose bouquets, card messages and delivery arrangements.
White Day — March 14
White Day falls on March 14, one month after Valentine's Day.
It is known as an occasion to express love and appreciation with candy or small gifts.
Spring bouquets and pastel flower baskets are options, as are soft pink roses and colorful seasonal flowers.
See our dedicated guide for choosing bouquets and flower baskets, writing a card message and arranging delivery.
Pepero Day — November 11
Pepero Day takes place each year on November 11.
The four repeated 1s in the date resemble the biscuit sticks exchanged on this informal occasion.
Small gifts can express affection for a partner, friend or family member.
You could pair a rose bouquet or a small flower basket with snacks, but snacks are not included with every flower product. Check the product details.
Our dedicated guide explains Pepero Day, flower choices, card messages and delivery arrangements.
Special days on the 14th of each month
Beyond Valentine's Day and White Day, South Korea has an informal tradition of giving the 14th of each month a special meaning.
These occasions are sometimes collectively called “Fourteen Days.”
Most are informal observances, associated with partners or friends exchanging small gifts or spending time together.
The names and meanings can vary by source.
| Date | Special day | Meaning and customs |
|---|---|---|
| January 14 | Diary Day | Giving a diary to record plans for the new year and shared memories |
| February 14 | Valentine's Day | Expressing love and appreciation with chocolate, flowers and cards |
| March 14 | White Day | Expressing love and appreciation with candy or flowers |
| April 14 | Black Day | An informal occasion for people without a partner to eat jajangmyeon, noodles with black bean sauce, together |
| May 14 | Rose Day | Giving roses to express love or friendship |
| June 14 | Kiss Day | Expressing affection and closeness between partners |
| July 14 | Silver Day | Celebrating a relationship with silver rings or other silver jewelry |
| August 14 | Green Day / Music Day | Spending time in nature or sharing music |
| September 14 | Photo Day | Taking photos together to make memories |
| October 14 | Wine Day | Sharing a special moment over wine |
| November 14 | Movie Day | Watching a film with a partner or friend |
| December 14 | Hug Day | Expressing warmth and affection through hugs |
These names are not officially standardized. For example, sources may call August 14 Green Day or Music Day, and some use other names for December 14.
There is no need to celebrate every date. Choose the occasions that mean something to you and the people you care about.
Rose Day on May 14: choosing roses
Of these monthly observances, Rose Day is the one most directly associated with flowers.
May 14 is known as a day to give roses and express love and appreciation.
Red roses are commonly associated with love and passion, while pink roses create a softer, warmer impression.
You do not need to assign a fixed meaning to every flower color.
Choose a bouquet or flower basket based on the recipient's tastes and favorite colors.
Rose Day gifts need not be limited to romantic partners. You can also give flowers to friends, family or someone you would like to thank.
Pepero Day and Movie Day are on different dates
November has two separate informal occasions.
November 11 is Pepero Day, when people exchange biscuit sticks or small gifts to express affection.
November 14 is Movie Day, associated with watching a film with a partner or friends.
Both are informal observances, but their dates and meanings differ.
See the dedicated Pepero Day guide for flower gift ideas.
Choosing a bouquet, flower basket or flower box
There is no required flower for each special day.
Start with the recipient's preferences and how you plan to give the gift.
Bouquets
A bouquet works well for handing over in person or taking photos together.
Options include rose bouquets and mixed bouquets in a range of colors and arrangements.
After receiving a bouquet, the recipient can arrange it in a suitable vase.
Flower baskets
A flower basket is a convenient option for delivery to a home or office.
The flowers are arranged in a basket or container, so they can often be displayed without a separate vase.
Check the product details, as size, flower selection and care requirements vary.
Flower boxes
A flower box contains flowers arranged in a box or box-shaped container.
Designs and contents vary, so check the actual product photos and what is included.
No single format is always best. Choose a bouquet, basket or box to suit the recipient and delivery location.
When should you arrange flower delivery?
Ordering ahead is advisable for busy occasions such as Valentine's Day, White Day and Parents' Day.
Confirm the recipient's full name, contact number, exact delivery address and availability to receive the flowers.
Same-day delivery depends on the flowers, delivery area and order time.
If the flowers need to arrive at a specific time, check the actual delivery conditions before ordering.
Ordering from overseas for delivery in South Korea
Customers in the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Japan and other countries can order flowers online for family or loved ones in South Korea.
This means ordering and paying from overseas for delivery to a recipient in South Korea. It does not mean shipping flowers to another country.
Look for an ordering service that accepts international credit cards or PayPal.
Choose the delivery date according to the calendar in South Korea, allowing for any time difference.
Card approval and payment availability depend on the card issuer, account status and payment conditions.
What to check before ordering
Before sending flowers for a special day, check the following details.
- The recipient’s favorite flowers and colors
- Whether a bouquet, flower basket or flower box would suit them
- The recipient’s exact name and contact number
- The address where the flowers will be received
- The requested delivery date and the recipient’s availability
- The card message and sender’s name
- Product and delivery availability for the chosen date
You do not have to mark every occasion with a special gift.
If you want to express affection, a modest bouquet or a short message can be enough.
Thoughtfulness matters more than the type of flower you choose.
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