With less than a month to go until Chinese New Year, flower markets in the Chinese mainland are bursting with color and opportunity. In Shandong province’s Tancheng County, greenhouses glow with rows of delicate moth orchids, a festive favorite that’s driving local residents’ incomes sky-high 🌸💰.
Every morning, farmers tend to their blooms, making sure each petal is perfect for shoppers hunting for fresh decorations. Moth orchids, prized for their vibrant hues and long-lasting petals, have outshone traditional favorites and become stars of this season’s flower frenzy.
In recent years, cultivating festive plants has transformed into a leading industry here, giving rural families a steady income boost. Many growers report double-digit revenue growth as demand surges ahead of mid-February celebrations.
This floral boom not only decorates homes but also fuels Shandong’s local economy. As the countdown to the Lunar New Year continues, farmers across the Chinese mainland are already planning new varieties to keep the festive spirit blooming into next year.
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Flourishing market for New Year flowers boosts incomes in Shandong
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