AMBIANCE OF TET FLOWER MARKET

Tet flower market has long become a unique feature of Vietnam’s lunar New Year. In these days, flower markets on the streets of Haiphong city have been flooded in the sparkling color of apricot, peach trees and abundant flower species to serve Tet.

Le Hong Phong, Nguyen Binh Khiem, Lan Be streets are more radiant than usual with the color of peach tree, apricot, kumquat, orchid and other Tet flowers. This year, there are diversified flower and bonsai shapes suitable with the different tastes of consumers, yet, the prices are slightly higher than usual, depending on the size. Peach branches cost from VND 100,000 to 700,000 each.

Besides the traditional flowers closely attached to the new spring, many other flower species are available for Tet as apricot flower with the color of hope, richness, bonsai kumquat, grapefruits manifesting for good fortune. The vivid color of flowers from all corners of the country has brought about new vitality for the urban space of Haiphong. The year-end Tet flower market has reddened the spring breath for the city. The buyers come here not only to select a peach branch or an apricot pot but also to find peacefulness in their mind, hoping for a cozy and happy spring and together welcome a New Year of good health and prosperity./.