Plum blossoms on branches in Jinhua. [Photo/Jinhua Media Group]

Jinhua in Zhejiang province has begun to welcome its plum blossom season, adding a touch of vitality to the bleak winter.

Wucheng district's Plum Garden, renowned as Jinhua's premier destination for diverse plum varieties, currently offers the best viewing experience for Longyou plum blossoms.

Huang Qiaoxian, a manager at the garden, shared that it boasts over 1,200 plum trees across more than 20 varieties. The blossoms are not limited to the familiar red but also appear in shades of white, pink, light yellow, and pale green, each exuding a unique charm.

Zhou Shijiu, an official at the Jinhua Garden Landscaping Service Center, said that plum blossoms are also planted in most city parks, with Qingfeng Park featuring over 200 plum trees and Bayong Park boasting more than 100. Zhou noted that the best overall viewing period is from February to March.

Plum trees also line many city streets, inviting Jinhua residents to enjoy their beauty and fragrance.