00:00Fancy decorations, big blooms, and of course people getting into the festivities.
00:05Taiwan's biggest flower market in the capital is a hive of activity,
00:09running 24 hours non-stop until the Lunar New Year holiday.
00:24But florists say business isn't blooming like it used to.
00:30Because it's a lot of holidays, people are out of the country, so people are out of the country.
00:35Their sales may be down this year.
00:38Purchasing flowers and plants for Lunar New Year is still a common tradition in Taiwan.
00:43Many people for the holiday choose pussy willows.
00:46In Mandarin, they're called ing liu.
00:47That sounds pretty much like silver money and symbolizes everlasting wealth.
00:52Other than pussy willows, there are also other plants and flowers related to wealth,
00:57such as kumquat trees and lucky bamboo.
01:17But not everyone is wishing for wealth in the coming year.
01:20Those hoping for good health often choose chrysanthemums,
01:24which represent prosperity and auspiciousness.
01:27As for elderly family members,
01:29many turn to kalanchoe.
01:43Among the many plants and flowers on display,
01:47one of the most popular is the moth orchid,
01:49a symbol of happiness, good fortune and fulfillment.
01:53Florists say it's not only elegant,
01:55but also easy to care for.
01:59It's a strong and healthy place.
02:05It's a strong and healthy place.
02:07It's a large and small shape.
02:09The color is also very strong.
02:12Now it's also a good taste.
02:14With the Lunar New Year just around the corner,
02:16the flower market is still bustling,
02:19despite the fewer customers,
02:20bringing wishes of luck, health and prosperity into the year ahead.
02:24Klang Wong and Zaini Qi for Taiwan Plus.
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