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Peach blossoms signal first sign of Tet in Hanoi

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VOV.VN - Branches of peach blossoms can be seen on sale at the Quang Ba flower market in Tay Ho district of Hanoi, marking just over a month to go until Tet, known internationally as the Lunar New Year.
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Though the Tet holiday is more than a month to go, many customers head to the market and purchase a beautiful peach branch to decorate their homes.
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The blossoming of the flowers marks the first signs that the Lunar New Year is just around the corner.
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Peach trees are believed to represent both luck and prosperity moving into the new year.
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According to a trader, the peach blossoms are sold at various prices ranging from VND200,000 to VND800,000 each, depending on the size.
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Soft pink flowers appear in full bloom during the winter months.
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Local gardeners in Nhat Tan ward say they often intervene in the development process of peach trees to allow them to bloom on time for Tet.
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These days, people purchase peach blossoms to decorate their houses for both Christmas and New Year.
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Apart from Nhat Tan peach blossoms, several traders in Quang Ba flower market also sell wild peach blossoms, which are a lighter pink compared to those grown in Hanoi.
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The wild peach blossoms, part of ethnic minority groups’ life, are transported from the mountainous region to the plain. A wild peach branch is a bit expensive, costing more than VND2 million.
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A seller notes that the number of customers this year has seen a sharp decline compared to previous years.
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People these days are looking to tighten their purse strings due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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