Strolling along streets like Pham Van Dong, Mai Chi Tho, and Truong Chinh in Ho Chi Minh City, residents are surprised to encounter long rows of Tet ornamental plants such as Thai mai, daisy chrysanthemums, marigolds, and paper flowers being sold in bustling markets.
“While passing through Thanh Thai Street (Dien Hong Ward), I noticed the vibrant Tet flower market. Seeing these flowers for sale here signals that Tet is just around the corner,” said Hoa Tranh (28, from Xuan Hoa Ward).
This year, many gardens in the Mekong Delta and northern distributors have proactively brought their products to the city early to meet the demand for Christmas and New Year decorations. Mrs. Minh, owner of a flower shop on Bac Hai Street (Tan Hoa Ward), noted that despite the early arrival of Tet flowers, sales have been steady, though not yet peaking. “On average, we sell 5-7 pairs daily, with peak days reaching up to 20 pots.”
According to market research, Tet flower prices have increased by 30-50%. Small daisy chrysanthemums range from 100,000 to 120,000 VND, while larger ones can reach 300,000 VND per pot. Hydrangeas are priced between 150,000 and 200,000 VND per pot, roses at 170,000 VND per pot, and Thai mai trees range from 400,000 to 700,000 VND per pot.
The hottest item in this year’s Tet fruit and flower market is the Dien pomelo ornamental tree. Along Mai Chi Tho Street, pomelo trees laden with ripe, golden fruit have already appeared. However, due to the prolonged impact of Typhoon Yagi from last year, Dien pomelo production has plummeted by an estimated 70%.
The scarcity has driven prices up significantly compared to last Tet. Specifically, small trees that sold for around 5.5 million VND last year now fetch 7.5 to 9 million VND. Medium and large trees range from tens of millions of VND, depending on their shape and fruit count.
Ancient Dien pomelo trees with large canopies, uniform fruit, and beautiful shapes are being sold for 45 to 50 million VND per tree, with some even exceeding 100 million VND.
Despite the price surge, some gardeners report that early orders have been quite active. By mid-December, some gardens had already delivered nearly 20 large and small pots to customers celebrating Tet early.
According to gardeners, the price increase is due to heavy rains and floods in northern and central provinces, which damaged large areas of ornamental plants. Additionally, rising fertilizer and transportation costs have contributed. Gardeners predict that if demand spikes closer to Tet, prices could continue to rise due to supply shortages.
“Ho Chi Minh City Chairman Intervenes in Case of Public Land Transformed into ‘Private Property’”
The Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has officially taken charge of addressing and assigning responsibilities to relevant units regarding the case of misappropriating public land under state management. This involves the issuance of land use certificates to individuals, resulting in significant financial losses to the state during project implementation and land clearance compensation.
Transforming Ho Chi Minh City’s First Socialized Beautification Road: Khang Điền Leads the Way
The city deeply appreciates the collaborative efforts of businesses in community-driven initiatives, recognizing this as a positive model with the potential to be studied and replicated across various regions in the near future.
Unveiling the Latest Land Price Chart Updates in Ho Chi Minh City Ahead of Official Approval
The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee affirms that reducing agricultural land prices positively impacts those using such land for production. However, in response to feedback from the Economic and Budget Committee of the City Council and the Department of Agriculture and Environment, further review and reassessment of price adjustments for purely agricultural land across regions will be conducted.
Contrasting Fates of Ho Chi Minh City’s Largest Land Projects: Vinhomes Surges Ahead with $1.1B Investment and Rapid Development, While Lotte Remains Stalled
While Vinhomes Can Gio spans an impressive 2,900 hectares, with land payments completed and development in full swing, Thu Thiem Eco Smart City remains stagnant at less than 8 hectares. Despite land prices exceeding 200 million VND per square meter, the project shows no signs of progress.
Proposed Addition of Five Metro Lines to Ho Chi Minh City’s Special Mechanism
The Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee has proposed five new metro lines to the People’s Council for approval. These lines will connect the city to Long Thanh Airport, Thu Dau Mot, and Vung Tau, significantly expanding the urban rail network and fostering regional development.
