Flowers represent new growth after a long, unbearable winter, they are important in Chinese tradition and signify life and good fortune. These flowers are proven to bring everything you need into the new year.
Orchids are most certainly the most popular flower during this celebration. During the festival, markets will have an abundance of orchids available in bouquets, pots and arrangements, in all types of colours. Orchids have been considered to be the symbol of fertility and abundance, also signifying purification, luxury, innocence and purity.
Peach blossoms are another popular flower. This bright and beautiful peach plant is considered sacred in China, as the peach fruit represents longevity, and the peach blossoms symbolise romance, prosperity, and growth.
Plum blossoms are one of the most important symbolic flowers for the Chinese. Plum blossom represents endurance, perseverance, reliability, and courage.
Peonies are a beautiful flower that is associated with feminine beauty, affection, innocence, and charm. It is known as the flower of riches and honor, red peonies are particularly favourable during Chinese New Year.
The pussy willow is another popular flower, as their full branches of fluffy, furry blossoms are associated with growth and the coming of bountiful fortune.
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