Challenges Mount for Flower Sellers Amid Unseasonably Warm Weather at Festival Fairs

Unseasonably warm temperatures in Hong Kong have presented unexpected challenges for flower sellers participating in Lunar New Year fairs. The unusual weather conditions have led to early blooms, forcing vendors to adapt quickly and manage the timing of their plants’ blossoming. Li Wing-keung, director of Keung Kee Garden, highlighted the concerning shift, noting that the atypical warmth has transformed the winter months into a season resembling summer, posing threats to flora and farmers alike. Jessica Lam, a regular consumer of narcissus during the Lunar New Year festivities, expressed her observations on the shifting landscape. Lam noted that the prices of…