As compared with previous years, this year’s Tet flower markets have witnessed a significant decrease in the number of sellers and Tet flowers. However, the flowers and ornamental plants are still diverse in types and colours, meeting the shopping needs of locals for home decorations during the forthcoming Tet Festival.

In these days leading up to Tet, flower markets are becoming more bustling with large numbers of buyers who want to buy ornamental plants and flowers to decorate their houses to celebrate this special occasion. Photo: XUAN SON

Different-shaped ancient yellow apricot blossom trees are on sale at the on-going market at the March 29 Square. Photo: NGUYEN LE

A flower grower is seen taking care of his apricot tree so as to provide the market with the most beautiful flowers. Photo: NGUYEN LE

Many apricot trees are in full bloom. Photo: XUAN SON

Sunflowers and dahlias are popular types of flowers during Tet. Photo: XUAN SON

Kumquat trees sourced from Quang Nam Province bear fruit on time for Tet. Photo: NGUYEN LE

Chrysanthemums is among the best-sellers during Tet. Photo: XUAN SON

The splendor of the marigold flowers. Photo: NGUYEN LE

On the 24th and 25th days of the last lunar month, a few people are seen visiting the Tet flower market. Photo: XUAN SON

Hanging flowers are chosen by many people to decorate their homes on the special occasion. Photo: XUAN SON

A man has already chosen a satisfactory flower pot. Photo: XUAN SON

Many garden owners and ‘xe om’ (motorbike taxi) drivers prepare for specialised tools to transport pots of flowers to guests. Photo: XUAN SON

 Reporting by XUAN SON, NGUYEN LE - Translating by M.DUNG