Hsinchu County ranks first nationwide in camellia production technology; camellia series of events kicks off this week

Camellia ranks among the "Top Ten Famous Flowers" and is the county flower of Hsinchu County. Its tree form is elegant, its flower shapes are varied, and its blooming period extends from October to March of the following year. Moreover, the production technology of the members of the county's camellia classes in growing camellias can be said to be among the very best nationwide. There are nearly a thousand camellia varieties, the production technology is already first nationwide, and the output is also the largest nationwide.

County Magistrate Yang Wen-ke stated that, in order to promote camellias, the 2020 camellia season series of events in Hsinchu County has been consolidated and will be held on December 19-20, 109th year of the Republic of China (Saturday and Sunday), for two days at the Hewa Plaza of Xinwawu in Zhubei City. Its content mainly combines professional camellia cultivation instruction, guided interpretation, and sales of camellias and specialty agricultural products. The public is sincerely invited to visit the garden and enjoy the flowers together on the holiday and to enthusiastically purchase high-quality specialty agricultural products. Immediately afterward, on January 30 and 31, the "Hometown of Citrus and Camellia Art Exhibition and Sale Event" will be held at Xinwawu in Zhubei City, among others. The public is sincerely invited to admire the beauty of camellias on the holiday and to enthusiastically purchase high-quality specialty agricultural products!

For the county's annual camellia-related activities, the public may check the county government's official website (activity dates and locations are still subject to announcements on the official website). In addition, the Hsinchu County Camellia Horticulture Research Association has consolidated information on a total of 20 private camellia gardens operated by camellia farmers in places including Xinpu, Xinfeng, Zhubei, Hukou, Qionglin, Zhudong, Baoshan, Guanxi and Hengshan within the county, providing the public with a romantic Hsinchu County camellia tour. In addition to opening the camellia gardens for viewing, they also offer camellia potted plants for sale, allowing the public to follow the guide and visit nearby camellia gardens and experience the beauty of camellias. Information on the opening of private camellia gardens can also be found on the "Hsinchu County Camellia Horticulture Research Association" FB page. This season is precisely the best season for enjoying camellias, and everyone is welcome to take the time to visit.