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The ornamental quince (bot. Chaenomeles) belongs to the rose family (Rosaceae). This plant genus is native to East Asia (Japan, China, Myanmar) and comprises five species. Their flowers are white, salmon-coloured or even red and have a wonderful fragrance. They enrich any garden or park, especially in spring, giving it an Asian ambience. The striking flowers attract bees in particular, but the fruits that appear later are also edible. Quince is one of the most popular ornamental shrubs in gardens and parks.

hina-matsuri, also known as the Japanese Girls' Festival or Doll Festival, is a traditional holiday in Japan that is celebrated every year on 3 March. The festival has a long history dating back to the Edo period and has deep cultural significance for the Japanese. The festival is an opportunity to celebrate and wish for the health and happiness of girls.

The bird of paradise flower is a fascinating plant that makes a real statement with its vibrant flowers and exotic shapes, and not just in the Rikka Shōfūtai. It belongs to the Strelitziaceae family and originally comes from the humid tropical regions of Africa.

If you are longing for warmth, the sea and a spring awakening after the dark and cold winter months here, then the time is ripe for the Côte d'Azur. After the mild winters, in spring on the Côte d'Azur nature comes to life along the coast and a variety of flowers begin to bloom to fill the landscape with color and fragrance.

One of the most notable blooms is the mimosa, which adorns the hills and valleys of the region with bright yellow flowers in February and March. Their sweet fragrance and radiant color transform the landscape into a true paradise.

The Year of the Dragon, known as tatsu-doshi in Japan, is an outstanding event in the Chinese zodiac that is also significant in Japanese culture. According to the Chinese zodiac, the Year of the Dragon repeats every twelve years. For example, the last Years of the Dragon were 2012, 2000, 1988, etc., and now the Year of the Dragon begins again on February 10, 2024. Each year, one of the four elements is assigned to the sign of the zodiac, which influences fate in a decisive way. This year it is the element wood.