Techniques for Choosing Flowers for Lunar New Year

Techniques for Choosing Flowers for Lunar New Year: Beautiful, In Season, and Easy to Care for

Lunar new year is not only a time for family reunions but also an opportunity for each family to decorate their home with colorful flower pots and ornamental plants, symbolizing luck and fortune. Choosing the right flower varieties for lunar new year will help the plants bloom beautifully, stay fresh for a long time and bring a warm and joyful lunar new year atmosphere. Below are technical instructions for choosing flower varieties for lunar new year, helping farmers and flower lovers have a successful harvest and beautiful flower pots.

1. Features to Note When Choosing Flower Varieties for Lunar New Year

1.1. Bloom Time

• Choose flower varieties that bloom right on lunar new year holiday, usually from December 25 to around the 5th day of lunar new year.
• Flower varieties need to ensure the ability to bloom evenly and stay fresh for a long time to enjoy throughout the holiday.

1.2. Adaptability to Climate Conditions

• Choose varieties suitable for the climate of each region: the North is often cold, while the South is warm and sunny.
• You should choose flower varieties that are resistant to pests and diseases to minimize risks during care.

1.3. Flower Color

• Flowers for lunar new year are often favored with bright colors such as red, yellow, orange, pink - symbolizing luck, wealth, and happiness.

1.4. Tree Size and Style

• The flower tree must be balanced, strong, and suitable for the decoration space (indoors, outdoors, balcony...).
• The roots grow well, not waterlogged or dry.

2. Some Popular Flower Varieties for Lunar New Year and How to Choose Varieties

2.1. Apricot Blossom (South)

• Popular varieties:
  • 5-petal yellow apricot (regular apricot).
  • Grafted apricot (multi-petal apricot like Thu Duc apricot, Giao apricot).
• Breeding techniques:
  • Choose a tree with strong roots, evenly developed roots, and no pests or diseases.
  • Old leaves, few young leaves to concentrate nutrients for flowers.
  • Flower buds are evenly distributed on the branches, with moderate bud size.

2.2. Peach Blossom (North)

• Popular varieties:
  • Peach (deep red), peach (light pink), white peach.
• Breeding techniques:
  • Choose a tree with a beautiful, balanced shape and evenly branched branches.
  • Many flower buds, growing evenly from base to tip, no bud loss.
  • Do not choose plants with signs of pests or too many young leaves (because they may bloom late).

2.3. Chrysanthemum

• Popular varieties:
  • Large yellow chrysanthemum, crystal chrysanthemum, gerbera chrysanthemum.
• Breeding techniques:
  • Choose varieties with large, brightly colored flowers.
  • Fresh green leaves, no yellowing or pests.
  • The tree trunk is strong, standing firmly, not leaning.

2.4. Orchid

• Popular varieties:
  • Phalaenopsis orchid, dancing orchid, dendro orchid.
• Breeding techniques:
  • Choose a tree with many flower branches, buds and flowers blooming evenly.
  • Green, thick and undamaged orchid leaves.
  • The roots are strong, not waterlogged or dry.

2.5. Kumquat Tree

• Breeding techniques:
  • Choose a tree with even foliage, beautiful yellow ripe fruit, and balanced distribution..
  • The roots are firm, not shaky, and show no signs of waterlogging.
  • Green leaves, no spots or signs of pests or diseases.

2.6. Lily

• Popular varieties:
  • Yellow cup, red cup, pink cup, white cup.
• Breeding techniques:
  • The tree has a strong trunk, green leaves, and does not wither.
  • Flower buds are plump, the number of buds is even and there are no signs of damage.

2.7. Rose

• Popular varieties:
  • Infrared, old rose, climbing rose.
• Breeding techniques:
  • The tree trunk has no signs of fungus.
  • Round flower buds, green leaves, not curled or yellowed.

3. Flower Care Techniques to Bloom in Time for Lunar New Year

3.1. Ensure Light and Temperature

• Place the tree in a place with enough natural light, avoid strong midday sun.
• For cold areas, cover the flowers or use a cover to keep warm.

3.2. Watering Properly

• Water enough to keep the tree moist but do not let it get waterlogged.
• Reduce watering when the weather is cold or the tree is about to bloom.

3.3. Adjusting Flowering Time

• Apricot and peach blossoms: Remove leaves about 20-25 days before Tet to stimulate buds.
• Lilies: Control temperature and light so that flowers bloom on time.

3.4. Pest Control

• Regularly check plants to detect pests early.
• Use biological pesticides to ensure safety.

4. Some Notes When Buying Flowers for Lunar New Year

• Seed source: Buy flower seeds from reputable nurseries or establishments with quality certification
• Time to buy flowers: Should buy about 7-10 days before Tet to have time to take care of them.
• Choosing flower pots: Choose flower pots that are proportional to the plant and suitable for the decoration space.

5. Conclude

Choosing flowers for lunar new year not only requires meticulousness in evaluating the quality of the variety but also requires understanding of care techniques to ensure the flowers bloom beautifully and at the right time. A beautiful flower pot not only beautifies the space but also brings luck and joy in the first days of the year. Hopefully this article will help you have a brilliant and successful lunar new year flower season!