In photos: Hanoi flower markets at Tet
VOV.VN -Peach blossoms, kumquat trees and bouquets of flowers are indispensable in Vietnamese households during Tet.
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Flower and tree markets are teeming with shoppers this time of year. |
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To have peach trees blossoming during the Tet holiday, orchards have worked hard for an entire year. |
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This year, unseasonably hot weather has triggered peach trees to attempt to bloom earlier than expected. |
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However, orchard owners in Hanoi are still positive, saying they have time-tested techniques to hold the trees off and ensure they bloom exactly during the TET holiday. |
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A typical pink or red peach tree branch sells for US$13-US$18 (VND300,000-VND400,000). |
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Meanwhile, a white peach tree branch can cost anywhere from US$89-US$133 (US4VND2 million-VND3 million) each. |
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Kumquat prices range widely from US$9-US$53 (VND200,000-VND1.2 million). |
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Other flowers are also on sale at the market. |
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Hang Ma street in the old quarters of Hanoi is bustling and all decked out in the run-up to Tet. |
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