A happy atmosphere accompanied by peach blossoms is overflowing into Ha Noi streets as Tet, the country’s biggest holiday, approaches. Hanoians usually buy peach blossoms in Hang Luoc Street or at Nhat Tan flower village where the art of growing the tree has been passed down through generations. The Vietnam News introduces peach blossom photos taken by photographer Truong Van Vi.
Peach blossoms are believed to bring a new vital force to families, helping them gain good health and keep safe in the new year.
Going to the market to buy a tree or even just a branch of peach blossom has become a ritual for many Hanoians. There are multiple choices for customers. The well-heeled can buy expensive peach trees while the poor can choose one within their budget.
Father and son admire peach blossoms on display.
Many foreigners visit the flower market where the more inquisitive can become informed about Vietnamese customs and manners during Tet holiday season.
Daisy pots go on sale from VND200,000 (US$9.6) to VND1 million ($48) each.
Kumquat is also a traditional tree for many Hanoian families, because it represents prosperity and fruitfulness. A perfect kumquat tree must have green fruit to ripen later, while the leaves must be thick and dark green with some light green sprouts.
Two students admire a pot of orchids at Quang An flower market, priced at VND10 million ($480).
In Nhat Tan village, many seasonal workers gain employment transporting peach trees to customers’ houses. They can earn VND300,000-500,000 ($14-24) per day.
Pink Nhat Tan peach blossoms come in two shades: light and dark.
Nhat Tan village is a popular destination for Hanoians during the Tet holiday.
Nhat Tan also attracts many young couples, who find the blooming flowers romantic.
Source: VNS
