Flower Market in Shanghai - The flower market in Shanghai is experiencing a surge in activity as the Spring Festival approaches, featuring over 30 flower companies and more than 50 types of flowers [1][3] - This year, the market has expanded to include a 600 square meter garden primarily featuring tulips, located in the Fuxing Park [3] - A new area for tulip flower picking has been introduced, allowing visitors to select and pick tulips themselves [5] Consumer Experience - The market offers a variety of products beyond flowers, including food, cultural creations, and interactive experiences, such as a "write blessings" workshop [7] - Consumers appreciate the convenience and variety available at the market compared to traditional flower shops, as noted by local residents [3][8] Cultural Significance - The flower market aims to enhance the festive atmosphere of the Spring Festival, with organizers emphasizing the importance of floral decorations in celebrating the holiday [10]

Group 1 - The flower market in Shanghai is experiencing a surge in activity as the Spring Festival approaches, offering citizens and tourists the opportunity to purchase flowers and engage in a hands-on picking experience [1][6] - The annual flower market features over 30 flower companies and more than 50 types of floral materials, including classic varieties like orchids and new products such as the 2026 debut of wax ball amaryllis and hydroponic tulip sets [6][10] - In 2026, the flower market will expand its coverage to include the historic Shikumen architecture and a 600 square meter tulip garden in Fuxing Park, along with a dedicated area for tulip picking [10] Group 2 - The flower market will also offer a variety of food, floral cultural creations, and intangible cultural heritage handmade products, along with interactive experiences such as a "write blessings" workshop [12] - The organizer, Fan Meichen, highlighted the end-of-year demand for flowers to enhance the festive atmosphere at home, emphasizing the larger consumer scene created in collaboration with Fuxing Park for the 2026 event [12]