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No longer just a symbol of the Netherlands, in this remote corner of the Southern Hemisphere like Australia, vast and stunning tulip gardens can leave anyone in awe.
Experience the breathtaking tulip season in Australia.
My Australian-Vietnamese friend called and asked, 'Would you like to grow tulips? My garden is filled with them.'
Living in the distant suburbs with a spacious garden, we usually dig up all the tulip bulbs by the end of autumn, select the big ones to put in pots for moisture retention in the shed. Come late winter, we dig holes, bury them, then eagerly wait to admire the vibrant blossoms.
This year, out of laziness, she didn't dig them up. Worried that her flower garden would die, her husband drove to the flower market in the area, bought bulbs and soil, and worked diligently. Now, the entire flower garden is blooming beautifully.
In the 21st century, trade has become incredibly convenient, and tulips are no longer exclusive to the Netherlands but have spread worldwide. Particularly in remote regions of the Southern Hemisphere like Australia, the diverse climate is ideal for various flora and fauna.
Apart from the natural fertile soil and climate, the Australian government has incentivized the cultivation of various flowers and plants across the country to enrich the nation's ecosystem. Hence, the vegetation in the land of kangaroos is incredibly diverse, ranging from native flowers to those imported from around the globe.
With favorable climate, fertile soil, and abundant flora, the government encourages citizens to care for plants and flowers. Australian homes typically boast gardens all around, each unique in its own way.
Everyone has the right to choose their favorite flowers. So, come springtime, strolling down any street, even unfamiliar tourists may be overwhelmed by the fragrance and colors of the gardens surrounding the houses.
As for parks, it seems that they eagerly await spring to witness the myriad of flowers bursting into bloom. And because of the abundance and beauty of flowers, cities host flower festivals every spring.
These festivals not only provide an opportunity for flower growers to proudly showcase their beautiful products to the public but also contribute to a flower appreciation culture that stimulates tourism demand, not only among the locals but also among tourists.
In these days, travel websites are bustling with invitations for tourists to head to Canberra, the 'bush capital,' where spring is celebrated in full swing with the Floriade Flower Festival - an annual event (first organized in 1988) held at Commonwealth Park.
There are also tulip festivals like the Tesselaar Tulip Festival in Victoria... and numerous weekend festivals, cultural exchange activities showcasing local culture through art performances, fashion, cuisine...
These festivals usually offer free admission to everyone and attract attention from backpackers as Australia is known for its high cost of living.
And if you have some spare cash, visitors should also consider exploring private flower gardens, as there are many private gardens across Australia designed in styles like Japanese, French, Italian... albeit on a smaller scale. There's an entrance fee (around 10 - 20 AUD per person).
As for me, kicking off the spring flower season means spending the weekend at The Royal Botanic Garden in Sydney, where tulips are in full bloom. With warm sunshine in September, this spring garden promises to blossom with many other types of flowers.
The Australian flower festival season is beginning, promising brilliance from September to November.
From Tuổi Trẻ
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Source: Travel guide by Mytour
MytourSeptember 1, 2016
