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Hanoi's typhoon-hit peach blossom village faces tough recovery

Unlike previous years, when vibrant peach trees were in full bloom, Phu Thuong peach blossom village in Hanoi now presents a sombre scene following Typhoon Yagi.

Hanoi's typhoon-hit peach blossom village faces tough recovery - 1

Located in Tay Ho District by the Red River, the village is known as Hanoi's long-standing peach blossom hub. However, Typhoon Yagi severely damaged the local peach orchards by raising the Red River's water levels. 

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In previous years, Phu Thuong peach blossom village was a favourite destination for photographers ahead of the Tet Lunar New Year. With hundreds of blooming peach trees, it was a popular destination for photographers. This year, only a few potted peach trees remain.

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Because of this year's crop failure, the peach blossom pots lie unused in Phu Thuong.

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Residents are trying to revive peach trees for the following crops. 

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Some peach garden owners have faced a complete loss this Tet season, while others have intercropped short-season flowers like daisies and violets alongside their peach trees.

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Short-season vegetables like cabbage, kohlrabi, and lettuce are also planted alongside the newly transplanted peach trees.

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A few peach trees in Phu Thuong village have started to bloom, having survived the impact of Typhoon Yagi in September.

Source: Dtinews
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