On the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, the vibrant annual flowers that once filled homes with color and fragrance begin to wilt. As the season comes to an end, many people are left wondering what to do with their spent blooms. Experts remind us that throwing them away isn't the only option. With proper pruning and care, some of these plants can be transformed into beautiful bonsai, offering a second life and future blossoms.
This year, the phenomenon of discarded flowers has become more noticeable. In the days following the Lantern Festival, many residents found themselves facing a dilemma: what to do with dried-out potted plants. For instance, Liu Yuan from Jiangbei Milan received a small orange tree as a gift before the Spring Festival. Initially delighted by its tiny fruits, she soon found herself struggling with the plant after the festival. The oranges had withered, leaving only dry leaves. Unable to keep it at home, she eventually tossed it in the trash. Community workers reported that corridors and bins were overflowing with similar discarded flowers.
Mr. Ding, who spends thousands of yuan annually on these plants, also faced the same issue this year. After the Lantern Festival, he disposed of his flowers along with regular garbage. “It’s very wasteful,†he said. “It creates a lot of trouble for waste management. Everyone should think about how to handle these flowers more responsibly.â€
To address this problem, some residential communities have taken action. Property management offices have started collecting spent annual flowers. On February 14, staff members from the Jinbao Property Management Office in Jiangpan Garden, along with over ten volunteers, visited residents' homes to help move their flowers to designated collection points. “If you have any annual flowers to throw away, we can help carry them down,†they told residents.
The initiative was well-received. Mr. Yang, living on the eighth floor without an elevator, was particularly grateful. He had previously struggled with moving his large orange trees, which cost him around 20 yuan. Now, with the help of the property management team, he no longer had to worry about the hassle. “I didn’t expect such thoughtful service,†he said.
According to reports, this year's flower recycling campaign has successfully collected over 100 pots of annual flowers, mostly citrus plants. The designated collection area, spanning over 20 square meters, is already full. These flowers will be sorted—flower buds and pots will be reused, while lower-value sludge will be sent to landfills.
Experts suggest that there are better ways to manage these plants. Luo Weiyuan, a bonsai artist from the Municipal Bureau of Landscape Architecture, explained that not all annual flowers need to be thrown away. Some, like orchids, can be pruned and repotted. If the roots and stems are healthy, they can be placed in sunny spots and may bloom again next year. It would be a shame to discard them.
Luo also pointed out that many flowers die because they’ve been kept indoors for too long, depleting their nutrients. To reduce waste, people can separate the flowers, pots, and soil. Healthy plants can be transplanted into community green spaces, while pots can be reused. Even the soil can be repurposed to enrich public gardens. By taking these steps, we can make the most of our annual flowers and contribute to a greener future.
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