Moc Chau: Surprised by the early blooming white plum blossom season in early winter

In the early days of December, when the first winter winds blow in, Moc Chau plateau, Son La province, has a different beauty, surprising visitors. Instead of waiting for spring, the hillsides are covered in the pure white color of early blooming plum flowers, creating a romantic and peaceful scene.

Plum blossoms bloom early, pure in the early winter weather in Moc Chau - 1 — Moc Chau hillsides are covered in white by out-of-season plum blossoms.

Unexpected beauty in the misty plateau

Amidst the characteristic mist of the plateau, clusters of pure white plum blossoms bloom, appearing and disappearing on the hillsides. This scene not only brings an impressive visual experience but also attracts many tourists from all over to visit, take photos and enjoy the quiet space of the Northwest mountains and forests.

This off-season plum blossom season is the result of local people applying new farming techniques in recent years, helping the trees bloom about a month earlier than usual. This change has inadvertently created a unique tourist highlight for Moc Chau at the end of the year.

Plum blossoms bloom early, pure in the early winter weather in Moc Chau - 2 — The white color of plum blossoms stands out among the early winter hills.

New experiences and economic opportunities

The arrival of the early plum blossom season has brought new experiences to tourists. Nguyen Quang Ngoc, a tourist from Phu Tho, said he learned about this information through social media and decided to bring his family to visit this weekend. He shared that the scene of white plum trees, next to rose gardens and mustard gardens, helped his family have moments of relaxation after a stressful work week.

Plum blossoms bloom early, pure in the early winter weather in Moc Chau - 3 — Tourists come to plum gardens to capture beautiful moments.

Not only beautifying the landscape, the off-season flowering season also opens up economic opportunities for farmers. Ms. Nguyen Anh Tuyet, owner of a plum garden in Thao Nguyen ward, said that applying the technique of making the trees bloom early not only creates an attractive tourist destination but also brings high economic value. "On weekends, my garden can welcome 200 to 300 visitors per day," Ms. Tuyet said. The stable number of visitors helps plum growers earn more income, contributing to improving their lives.

Plum blossoms bloom early, pure in the early winter weather in Moc Chau - 7 — The pure beauty of early blooming plum blossoms.

Guide to discovering the off-season plum season

Ideal timing

The early plum blossom season usually starts in early December. Visitors should follow information from tourism communities or local garden owners to have the most suitable tour plan.

Flower viewing spots

Tourists can visit plum gardens in Thao Nguyen ward or other valleys and hillsides in Moc Chau. Many gardens open their doors to visitors for sightseeing and photography for a small fee.

Important Notes

The weather in Moc Chau in early winter is often cold and foggy, especially in the early morning and late afternoon. Visitors should prepare warm clothes to ensure good health and a complete trip.