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Lunar New Year Flowers Vietnam from Singapore: Guide & Options

By the Vietnam Flower Delivery team · 2026-11-06

Sending Lunar New Year flowers from Singapore to Vietnam takes 5–10 days door-to-door. Order on WhatsApp in English; we photograph the real bouquet before delivery so you see exactly what arrives. We deliver in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City only—not other cities. Payment is by international card or bank transfer. Your recipient gets a fresh arrangement within 24–48 hours of your final confirmation. Tet flowers carry meaning: red and yellow symbolize luck and prosperity, while white is reserved for funerals. Choose your design type (wrapped bouquet, vase arrangement, or potted plant), confirm the Vietnamese phone number and address, and we'll handle the rest from our shops in both cities. Order on WhatsApp +84 969 293 894 | How sending from abroad works

Why Singapore–Vietnam timing matters for Tet orders

Lunar New Year falls on a fixed lunar calendar date each year. Singapore is one hour ahead of Vietnam (when both observe standard time). If you order on a Monday morning in Singapore, it's Sunday night in Hanoi—your order sits until our teams start work. Plan to order at least 7–10 days before Tet so we have time to source fresh stock, arrange, photograph, and deliver. Last-minute orders (within 48 hours of the holiday) risk delays because demand spikes and logistics slow. Our WhatsApp team confirms receipt immediately and tells you exactly when your bouquet will arrive at your recipient's address.

Close-up of pink blossom flowers with water droplets on a tree branch in spring.
Close-up of pink blossom flowers with water droplets on a tree branch in spring. — Learn more → Photo: Rafael Minguet Delgado / Pexels

What Tet flower colors and combinations mean

Red roses, golden chrysanthemums, and peach blossoms are traditional Lunar New Year choices in Vietnam because they represent prosperity, wealth renewal, and spring hope. White flowers are never sent for Tet—they are reserved for funerals and death anniversaries. Yellow symbolizes good fortune; red conveys joy and luck. A mixed bouquet with red and yellow blooms, wrapped in red silk ribbon, sends the strongest Tet blessing. If your recipient is business-focused, orchids in warm tones suggest elegance and long-term success. Potted kumquat or peach trees (small, nursery-grown) are also popular gifts because they can be replanted and symbolize family continuity. Our Tet flowers & gifts collection includes designs specifically built around these meanings.

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How to verify addresses and phone numbers before ordering

A wrong address or phone number means your bouquet arrives at a stranger's home or gets returned. Vietnamese phone numbers start with +84, followed by 9 or 10 digits (no leading zero after the country code). Example: +84 912 345 678. Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City postal addresses do not use ZIP codes—instead, they list ward, district, and street. Double-check spelling with your recipient over voice call or video, especially if the name uses diacritical marks (á, ả, ã, ạ, ă, ắ, ằ, ẳ, ẵ, ặ, â, ấ, ầ, ẩ, ẫ, ậ, đ, é, è, ẻ, ẽ, ẹ, ê, ế, ề, ễ, ệ, í, ì, ỉ, ĩ, ị, ó, ò, ỏ, õ, ọ, ô, ố, ồ, ổ, ỗ, ộ, ơ, ớ, ờ, ở, ỡ, ợ, ú, ù, ủ, ũ, ụ, ư, ứ, ừ, ử, ữ, ự, ý, ỳ, ỷ, ỹ, ỵ). Send us a photo or voice message of the written address; we verify it with the recipient before arranging flowers. This prevents costly misdeliveries.

Comparing Tet flower options: wrapped, vased, or potted

Gift TypeWho It's ForLead TimeWhy It Works for Tet
Wrapped bouquet (loose stems)Office colleagues, casual friends5–7 daysElegant, easy to carry, recipient can choose their own vase.
Vase arrangement (pre-arranged, water-filled)Parents, close family, partners6–8 daysLasts 7–10 days with less fuss. Implies thoughtfulness and care.
Potted plant (kumquat, peach, orchid)Multi-generational households, business contacts7–10 daysSymbol of long-term luck and renewal. Can be kept for years.

Wrapped bouquets are fastest and most flexible. Vase arrangements photograph better and feel premium—ideal if you want us to send a photo for your social media. Potted plants are memorable but require more handling; order 10 days ahead to ensure we source healthy, blooming stock. All three types carry symbolic weight during Tet; choose based on your recipient's living space and how they prefer to receive flowers.

What payment and confirmation look like from Singapore

Message us your order details and bouquet preference on WhatsApp in English. We reply with a quote and payment instructions (international bank transfer or card payment). Once payment clears, we source flowers from local Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City growers, arrange your bouquet, and photograph it in daylight—you receive the photo within 24 hours. You approve or request changes. Once confirmed, we deliver within 24–48 hours. Your recipient receives a fresh, hand-tied arrangement with a card (printed in Vietnamese if you write it in English and ask us to translate). No surprise or poor quality reaches them because you've seen the exact bouquet first. If you're sending flowers to Vietnam for the first time, this photo-first model removes all cross-border risk.

Close-up of delicate cherry blossoms blooming on a branch, showcasing nature's beauty.
Close-up of delicate cherry blossoms blooming on a branch, showcasing nature's beauty. — Learn more → Photo: Atif Hashmi / Pexels

Avoiding the five most common Tet ordering mistakes

1. Ordering fewer than 7 days before Tet. Flower stock tightens; delivery slots fill. Order 10 days ahead.

2. Sending white flowers. White is taboo for Tet and joy-based occasions—it signals mourning. Confirm your color choice with us.

3. Misspelling the recipient's name or address. We cannot deliver if the address is wrong. Use voice verification, not typed text alone.

4. Forgetting the time zone when setting a delivery time. If you say "Tuesday 10 a.m. Singapore time," our team might deliver at 9 a.m. Vietnam time instead. Always specify "Vietnam time" or give a date and trust our daytime window.

5. Not checking whether we deliver to that city. We deliver in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City only. Confirm our service area before paying.

Choosing between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City delivery networks

We operate separate flower delivery in Hanoi and flower delivery in Ho Chi Minh City shops. Hanoi is cooler; flowers last slightly longer in winter. Ho Chi Minh City is warmer year-round; we add extra floral food and water to bouquets. Both cities are staffed during Lunar New Year (though some shops close 2–3 days around the holiday itself). If your recipient moves between the two cities before Tet, tell us; we can reroute your order to the correct shop. Lead times are the same—5–10 days—so geography does not affect speed, only which team arranges your flowers.

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Card messages: writing greetings in English for Vietnamese translation

Write your Tet card message in English; we translate it to Vietnamese and print it on a card inside the bouquet. Keep it brief (under 50 words) and warm. Examples:

  • "Chúc mừng năm mới! Wishing you health, happiness, and prosperity in the new year."
  • "May this Lunar New Year bring you success and joy."
  • "Tết an lành—a peaceful and lucky Tet to you and your family."

Avoid personal details, jokes, or sarcasm that may not translate clearly. If you want the message in Vietnamese, type it and we'll print it as-is. If the recipient speaks English and Vietnamese, bilingual cards feel personal—ask us to print both languages.

Why photo confirmation is essential for Singapore→Vietnam orders

You cannot see the real bouquet in person. Photo confirmation solves this by letting you approve before delivery. We photograph in natural daylight against a neutral background so colors are true. You receive the image on WhatsApp within 24 hours of payment clearing. If the rose shade is wrong, the arrangement is too sparse, or you want stems shortened, you tell us—we remake it at no extra cost. This is especially important for Tet because color and freshness carry meaning; a faded or poorly arranged bouquet looks like you didn't care. The photo also becomes your proof if the recipient questions the quality—you can show them what you ordered and what arrived. No other florist offering cross-border delivery from Singapore gives you this transparency.

Budget planning: how to ask for a quote

We do not publish prices online; every order is quoted based on flower type, size, design complexity, and delivery location. To get a quote, message us on WhatsApp with:

  • Your desired bouquet type (wrapped, vased, or potted)
  • Rough size (small, medium, large)
  • Color preference (red + gold, all red, mixed pastels, etc.)
  • Recipient's city (Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City)
  • Delivery date (before Tet, on Tet, after Tet)

Ask us for a quote on WhatsApp. We reply within 2 hours with an all-inclusive price (flowers, arrangement, delivery, card printing). No hidden fees. You know the total before paying.

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A picturesque view of delicate pink plum blossoms in full bloom against a clear blue sky, — Learn more → Photo: Magda Ehlers / Pexels

FAQ

What if I make a mistake writing the Vietnamese address or phone number?

Double-check all details with your recipient via voice call or video before sending payment. Send us a photo of the written address. We verify it with the recipient (by calling the phone number you provided) before arranging flowers. If there is an error, we'll stop and ask you to confirm the correct details before proceeding.

Can I send a card message in English if my recipient only speaks Vietnamese?

Yes. Write your message in English; we translate it to clear, natural Vietnamese and print it on the card. If you prefer the message in Vietnamese from the start, type it and we'll print it exactly as you write it.

What time of day will the flowers arrive at my recipient's address?

We deliver during daytime business hours (typically 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Vietnam time). You can request a rough time window when ordering. Remember Singapore is one hour ahead of Vietnam, so if you say "10 a.m.," clarify whether you mean Singapore or Vietnam time.

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Tell us the city, the date, the occasion and the address. We reply on WhatsApp in English with bouquet options and a quote.

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FAQ

What if I make a mistake writing the Vietnamese address or phone number?

Double-check all details with your recipient via voice call or video before sending payment. Send us a photo of the written address. We verify it with the recipient (by calling the phone number you provided) before arranging flowers. If there is an error, we'll stop and ask you to confirm the correct details before proceeding.

Can I send a card message in English if my recipient only speaks Vietnamese?

Yes. Write your message in English; we translate it to clear, natural Vietnamese and print it on the card. If you prefer the message in Vietnamese from the start, type it and we'll print it exactly as you write it.

What time of day will the flowers arrive at my recipient's address?

We deliver during daytime business hours (typically 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Vietnam time). You can request a rough time window when ordering. Remember Singapore is one hour ahead of Vietnam, so if you say "10 a.m.," clarify whether you mean Singapore or Vietnam time.

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