In the days leading up to Tet (the Lunar
New Year 2026),
My Phong Flower Village in My Phong Ward, Dong Thap province, has come alive
with the harvest season. Nearly one million pots of ornamental flowers
are being carefully tended and prepared for the Tet market, as farmers work to
meet holiday demand amid stable selling prices but rising production costs,
which require more cautious planning to ensure economic efficiency.
Established decades ago, My Phong is one of Dong Thap’s most well-known
flower villages, supplying a wide range of ornamental plants to southern
provinces each Tet. This year’s crop includes popular varieties such as
chrysanthemums, marigolds, cockscomb flowers and ornamental foliage plants, all
grown according to strict cultivation schedules to ensure peak bloom during the
holiday.
Farmers at My Phong Flower Village in My Phong Ward, Dong Thap province, tend flowers for the Lunar New Year. Photo: Cong Tri/VNA
Farmers say weather conditions this season
have generally been favorable, allowing flowers to grow evenly and maintain
good quality. However, higher costs for fertilizers, seedlings, electricity and
labor have put pressure on production budgets. As a result, growers are paying
closer attention to input costs, adjusting planting areas and selecting flower
varieties with stable demand to reduce risks.
Farmers at My Phong Flower Village in My Phong Ward, Dong Thap province, tend flowers for the Lunar New Year. Photo: Cong Tri/VNA
Despite these challenges, the atmosphere in
the village remains lively. From early morning until late afternoon, farmers
can be seen watering plants, trimming leaves and transporting flower pots to
roadside collection points. Local traders have already begun visiting gardens
to place orders, signaling steady demand ahead of Tet.
Farmers at My Phong Flower Village in My Phong Ward, Dong Thap province, tend flowers for the Lunar New Year. Photo: Cong Tri/VNA
Local authorities said they are coordinating
with relevant agencies to support farmers through technical guidance and market
connections, helping ensure smooth distribution during the peak holiday period.
With careful preparation and favorable market signals, My Phong Flower Village
is expected to supply sufficient flowers for Tet, contributing to the vibrant
spring atmosphere across the region.
Farmers at My Phong Flower Village in My Phong Ward, Dong Thap province, tend flowers for the Lunar New Year. Photo: Cong Tri/VNA