Contribute the flower seasons

Butterfly flower patches create a poetic scene at Tuan Le Glamping. Photo: TY

Each season, a flower color

At Tuan Le Glamping (Hoa Bac commune, Hoa Vang district), the colorful butterfly flower beds are arranged into rows, interspersed with small paths and miniature landscapes to serve the needs of guests taking photos and videos . Each season, the farm chooses to grow a main type of flower, changing the color and layout to create freshness. "On weekends, especially when the flowers are in full bloom, we welcome several hundred visitors every day. Many young people come just to stand next to the flower garden to take photos, read books, enjoy tea or simply enjoy the fresh air," said Mr. Le Van Tuan, investor of Tuan Le Glamping tourist area.

To maintain its appeal, Mr. Tuan constantly renews the space, combining experiential activities such as camping, picking vegetables, and enjoying local cuisine . Flower varieties must be selected based on the climate, soil, and customer tastes. For example, butterfly flowers are easy to grow in large patches, have bright colors, and are suitable for combining with rustic landscapes such as old bicycles, wooden swings, or small tents. In the fall, the farm will plant purple aster, white daisies, flowers that remind of Hanoi and are loved by many young people for their gentle, pure beauty.

In addition to mastering planting and care techniques, the gardening team at Tuan Le Glamping spends time learning the seasonal rules of each type of flower. Mr. Tuan said that maintaining flower beds is not easy, because in addition to harsh weather, flower gardens often face problems with pests and soil. Not to mention some flower species are susceptible to mold and insects if not properly cared for. Therefore, he spends time monitoring and using biological treatment measures to ensure that the flowers are not only beautiful but also safe for the environment and the health of visitors. “We plan to plant flowers very early and often plant them in succession, when one flower bed fades, another will replace it. For example, in the fall, heather and daisies need to be planted at least 2-3 months in advance so that the flowers can bloom in time. If not calculated carefully, the flower season will pass quickly, leaving visitors without flowers to admire,” Mr. Tuan shared.

Expand multiple addresses

In suburban areas such as Hoa Bac, Hoa Phu, Hoa Ninh, etc., the movement of agricultural tourism associated with flower colors is increasingly receiving support from the people. Taking advantage of the large land area and fresh climate, many households have boldly converted their model from pure agricultural cultivation to combining flower growing and exploiting experiential services.

From Son Tra district, Ms. Phan Thien Ly regularly drives to My Son village, Hoa Ninh commune (Hoa Vang district) several times a week to take care of Haly Farm. A few years ago, her family bought a hill of about 7,000 square meters from local people to grow crops and relax. At first, there were flower beds planted to create a beautiful space around the house, but gradually, she realized that many people passing by stopped to ask to take pictures. From those lovely responses, Ms. Ly decided to renovate the entire hill in an ecological direction and plant more zinnias, heathers, butterfly wings, buckwheat flowers, and sunflowers.

Besides spending a lot of money on hiring people to collect rocks, gravel, tree roots, and pour growing medium to improve the soil, Ly said that she often stood in the middle of the garden with plants that had not yet taken root and felt depressed. One day, after pouring soil and sowing seeds, a heavy rain came down the hill, washing away all the soil and seeds. She had to dig up the soil, spread the growing medium, and sow again from the beginning. Many times, it seemed like all her efforts had been wasted. The first time she tried growing flowers on a large area, Ly felt like she was embarking on an adventurous journey. While learning how to plant and care for plants in the nutrient-poor hillside, she also got used to the rain and whirlwinds of the mountains. But as she said, it was this harshness that trained her to persevere. After a difficult time at first, the hill began to put on a new coat, from the delicate purple of heather, the bright yellow of sunflowers to the gentle pink of butterfly flowers. Many difficult-to-grow plants such as buckwheat, after many failures, have also taken root and bloomed under patient hands. Whenever a group of guests comes, Ms. Ly is the one who leads them through each flower bed and happily shares stories about the season.

What is more meaningful is that the flower seasons are created with diligence, not simply for economic purposes. From farming to make a living, people now farm to connect with tourists, nature and their own memories. Many opinions say that in the future, if supported in planning, technology and communication, the flower seasons in the suburbs of Da Nang can completely become a typical product, contributing to shaping the local eco-tourism brand. That is a sustainable direction in terms of environment and economy, and also a way to create beautiful landscapes for this land. It can be said that, with the care of dedicated people, the eco-tourism spots on the outskirts of Da Nang are gradually becoming true healing spaces. Coming here, visitors are awakened emotionally when immersing themselves in nature or living among the scent of plants and trees. According to Ms. Ly, the factor to retain visitors is not the number of flower species, but the meticulousness and creativity in telling stories from them. “We are planning to add more native flowers to the experience area to create a space rich in tradition in the journey of discovery for visitors. For me, growing flowers is also a way to connect with nature and people. Visitors here, everyone brings a story. And flowers, sometimes are an excuse to start a conversation between strangers,” said Ms. Ly.

From barren lands, Da Nang is gradually creating a unique agricultural tourism space, where nature and experiences create its own attraction. In particular, with more than 60 pilot models of tourism combined with agricultural and forestry production registered in Hoa Vang district, what people are looking forward to is a long-term journey, when each flower bed is included in the overall planning, associated with accommodation, cuisine and local cultural experiences.

What is more meaningful is that the flower seasons are created by diligence, not simply for economic purposes. From farming for a living, people now farm to connect with tourists, nature and their own memories. Many opinions say that in the future, if supported in planning, technology and communication, the flower seasons in the suburbs of Da Nang can completely become a typical product, contributing to shaping the local eco-tourism brand. That is a sustainable direction for the environment, economy, and also a way to create beautiful landscapes for this land.

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Source: https://baodanang.vn/channel/5433/202505/du-lich-qua-nhung-sac-hoa-gop-nhung-mua-hoa-4006274/