Costly ornamental peach trees still sought
VOV.VN - Decade-old peach trees in Nhat Tan flower village in Hanoi, some worth tens of thousands of USD, are in high demand on the threshold of Tet (Lunar New Year).
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Hundreds of 40-year-old ornamental peach trees have been put on sale in Nhat Tan flower village in Hanoi. (Photo: Tien Phong newspaper) |
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Some of the peach trees on offer cost over VND250 million (US$10,869), depending on their shape, size, and age. (Photo: Tien Phong newspaper) |
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The fast-approaching Tet holidays have fueled a spike in the rental price of peach trees. Many are rented out at the price of around VND100 million (US$4,347) during the holidays. (Photo: Tien Phong newspaper) |
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Peach blossoms represent luck, peace, and happiness. However, consumers prefer older peach trees, believing that they bring extra good fortune. (Photo: Tien Phong newspaper) |
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The most sought peach trees are shaped in a Feng Shui style. They are said to bring happiness, wealth, and longevity. (Photo: nhadautu.vn) |
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With five large branches symbolizing five fingers, this tree is known as Buddha's hand. (Photo: Dan Viet online newspaper) |
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This 100-year-old peach tree stands at two meters high while its root has a diameter of one meter. (Photo: Dan Viet online newspaper). |