Kumquat bonsai trees attract customers during Tet (Lunar New Year).

In the streets of Hanoi, the colors of spring are carried by the vibrant peach blossoms and the delicate fragrance of kumquats, permeating everywhere. The atmosphere of preparing for Tet (Lunar New Year) also spreads to everyone. During this Tet season, many people choose to display peach blossoms and kumquats early, especially favoring small peach branches and bonsai kumquat trees, adding a touch of elegance to their homes.

Hanoians are known for their refined way of celebrating Tet (Lunar New Year). Instead of waiting until the last few days of the year, many families now choose to bring the spirit of spring into their homes much earlier. Small peach blossom branches and charming kumquat bonsai trees are placed in the living room, at the dining table, or on the balcony, enough to fill the entire space with the atmosphere of Tet approaching.

From the beginning of the twelfth lunar month, flower-selling streets like Hang Luoc, Quang Ba, and Hoang Hoa Tham have been busier than usual. Along the sidewalks, flower stalls are fully stocked. Pink peach blossoms, red peach blossoms, kumquats laden with fruit, and other Tet flowers are interspersed.

This year, the late cold weather caused the flowers to bloom early, resulting in an abundant supply from nurseries. As a result, the prices of small peach blossoms, kumquat bonsai, and mini kumquat trees are quite reasonable. For just a few hundred thousand dong, many families can bring a touch of spring into their homes. Therefore, the mentality of "buying early to save time" is becoming increasingly popular.

People buy kumquat bonsai trees at Hang Luoc flower market (Hanoi).

Mr. Dam Manh Thang (Cau Giay ward, Hanoi) just finished choosing a small peach blossom branch at the flower market on Hoang Hoa Tham street. Mr. Thang shared that buying flowers early is cheaper, allows for better selection, and lets you enjoy them for longer during Tet. For Mr. Thang, as well as many others, the joy of Tet lies in the days leading up to it, when people's hearts are still bustling and not yet caught up in the worries of the end of the year. Meanwhile, Ms. Le Thi Hang, an office worker, considers buying flowers early as a way to reward herself after busy working days. "Near Tet, everyone is overwhelmed with work, so I like to come home and see a corner of spring waiting for me. Just looking at a peach blossom branch or a kumquat tree in the living room makes my heart feel calm," Ms. Le Thi Hang shared.

Amidst the festive atmosphere of Tet flowers, kumquat bonsai and miniature kumquat trees are gradually becoming the "main characters" of urban Tet celebrations. Unlike the large kumquat trees usually placed in grand halls or spacious yards, kumquat bonsai trees are compact and easy to arrange in city apartments. A small kumquat tree on the dining table, one by the window, or in a corner of the workspace is enough to bring a feeling of warmth and contentment.

Besides being beautiful, kumquat trees also carry familiar feng shui meanings. The golden fruit symbolizes wealth and prosperity; the green leaves represent vitality. Therefore, despite their small size, many people believe that kumquat bonsai trees bring good luck for the new year. "Mini kumquats are easy to care for, not cumbersome, and they instantly evoke the feeling of Tet (Vietnamese New Year)," shared Ms. Dao Thi Phuong, a flower buyer at Quang Ba flower market. For her, placing a kumquat tree in the house early is like marking the end of the old year and the beginning of a new cycle.

Keeping pace with this trend, not only large nurseries but also street vendors quickly joined in. On motorbikes laden with kumquat bonsai trees, they weave through the streets, bringing the spirit of spring to even the smallest alleys. In the fast-paced urban environment, celebrating Tet early seems to be a way for Hanoians to find a moment of tranquility. When flowers bloom indoors and the spirit of spring is present in every corner, Tet is no longer confined to a few days of holiday but extends throughout the preparations of each family.

Source: https://baolangson.vn/quat-bonsai-hut-khach-dip-tet-5077336.html