Lotus and lotus pods are selling well! The daily sales in Zhejiang reach 20000 to 30000 yuan, with sales of lotus seeds and flowers

Recently,

The lotus ponds in various places are blooming enthusiastically,

It's the best viewing season of the year.

It has both ornamental value and,

It can also be used as a sweet seasonal delicacy,

I feel like half of the heat dissipates in an instant.

The reporter learned that,

Not only in flower and bird markets, supermarkets, and e-commerce platforms,

Lotus and lotus pods are experiencing a hot selling season,

On weekends, go to the lotus pond to cool down and pick fruits,

It has also been listed on many people's summer check-in lists.

Let's go see the scene together

Renhe Shuangchen Village: Lotus is growing well this year

Expected production of 1000 catties of lotus seeds

In Shuangchen Village, Renhe Street, Yuhang District, Hangzhou City

There is a 50 acre lotus pond,

Every year, lotus flowers bloom in full bloom,

Previously, it was also a well-known producer of lotus seeds.

This year,

On the surface of the lake, there is a pavilion like a canopy,

Some have rosy complexion, some are pure and refined,

Attracting villagers from afar to appreciate,

"Tiktok and the circle of friends have a great publicity effect."

Village committee member Wang Meihua told reporters.

This year's lotus is growing well,

The production of lotus pods was 500 kilograms a year ago, compared to 800 kilograms last year,

This year, it is expected to weigh around 1000 pounds

The reporter learned that,

Originally, lotus seeds were harvested from June every year,

But seeing the beautiful scenery being widely loved,

This year, the village committee has decided to leave it for everyone to enjoy,

Afterwards, decide whether to continue picking.

Fresh lotus seeds cost 17-19 yuan/jin, fresh lotus seeds cost 26-29 yuan/jin

Some people cook porridge, make lotus tea, and make lotus mats

Currently,

On major supermarkets and e-commerce platforms

What is the market price of lotus seeds?

The reporter found that,

Fresh lotus pods from Century Mouhua cost 3.39 yuan per piece,

Fresh lotus seeds from Mouhui Supermarket cost 7.99/150g,

Equivalent to 26.6 yuan/jin.

On the Moudong Maicai app,

2-3 fresh lotus seeds produced in Hainan cost 10.9 yuan,

On a certain e-commerce platform,

Fresh lotus pods produced in Jiangxi cost 19.9 yuan/jin,

Peeled lotus seed rice costs 29.9 yuan/jin;

On a certain horse app,

Fresh lotus seeds from Jingzhou, Hubei Province cost 53.9 yuan/1.5kg,

Equivalent to 17.9 yuan/jin,

Fresh lotus seeds cost 79.9 yuan/1.5kg, 26.6 yuan/jin,

We also specialize in selling a type of glutinous rice with a smooth texture

Old lotus seeds suitable for cooking in soup,

The price is slightly cheaper,

47.9 yuan/1.5kg, approximately 15.9 yuan/jin.

How to store lotus pods purchased online,

What are your favorite ways of eating?

According to the introduction,

Endless lotus pods can be stored in the refrigerator for more than 3 days,

But it is not recommended to freeze.

After a little longer,

Dehydrated lotus seeds can be used to cook rice and congee.

In the comment section, the reporter found that,

Everyone's eating habits and creativity are quite diverse,

Someone treats them as snacks

Stewed into a white fungus, lotus seed, and lily soup,

Someone brewed lotus heart tea and added jasmine flowers,

And it comes with a homemade lotus shaped coaster,

It can be said that there is a strong sense of summer ceremony!

5 yuan/piece, lotus and lotus pods climb to the "C position" of the flower shop

"A customer bought ten pots of lotus flowers at once"

Because it has ornamental value,

Every year at this time,

Lotus and lotus pods have also been placed in the "C position" by flower shops.

In order to inquire about the situation, the reporter arrived

The flower and bird market located in Wuchang.

The owner of a flower shop, Zhou, told reporters that,

Summer is not the hot selling season for flowers,

But it has ushered in the peak sales season of lotus and lotus pods.

Introduction by Mr. Zhou,

Lotus seeds and lotus flowers are sold individually,

5 yuan per single petal,

Last week, we purchased some double petal lotus flowers,

The selling price is between 12 and 15 yuan.

Starting from May,

By the end of this month, it is expected to be nearing its end

There is another flower shop next door

Five or six lotus flowers with double petal buds per pot,

The selling price ranges from 50 to 60 yuan.

There are dozens of pots sold in a month,

Customers can only buy up to ten pots at once.

It's best to put it outdoors when buying it back,

Not particularly exposed to sunlight or shaded areas,

Can drive for half a month to a month

Mr. Zhong, who has been running a flower shop for over a decade, said.

The lotus pond in Yuhang is on fire!

Over the weekend, two to three thousand people came to take photos and pick lotus flowers

Yuhang netizen Xiaoyang shares,

There is a lotus pond picking area in Liangzhu

I became popular on Xiaohongshu,

Experience the fun of becoming a "lotus picking girl" on site!

In the picture,

Amidst the lush green lotus leaves, the lotus flowers stand tall and graceful,

Tourists come to the lotus pond to cool off,

Pick a lotus leaf and lift it above your head,

Holding a bouquet of lotus flowers, he lowered his head and smiled lightly,

Many posts have received thousands of likes.

Some netizens have commented,

This place is not as crowded as West Lake,

And "it can be picked and produce large pieces."

Enthusiasts also shared picking strategies:

Because lotus flowers are prone to dehydration,

Suggest bringing a pair of scissors and a vase,

Insert the bottle in a timely manner after picking;

The time can be chosen in the morning or evening,

Pay attention to heatstroke prevention and mosquito prevention,

Wearing light colored skirts is easier to take photos.

Reporter from Linhai Vegetable and Fruit Picking Area

Director Su learned from him that,

This approximately 80 acre lotus pond does not accept tickets,

Open to the public for free,

The picking price is 1 yuan/piece of lotus leaves,

Lotus flowers cost 2 yuan/piece, lotus pods cost 3 yuan/piece.

The lotus picking season starts from the end of June,

July and August are the most popular peaks.

"The cars at the gate often line far away,

Someone rushed from Xiaoshan and other urban areas,

The customer flow for a day on weekends,

There are at most two to three thousand people, with sales reaching two to three thousand

Mr. Su said,

Someone specifically collects fresh lotus seeds to eat,

Bring a few lotus flowers home for flower arrangement,

Or make lotus leaf chicken or brew lotus leaf tea with lotus leaves.

In addition to being for on-site tourists to enjoy,

About 2000 fresh lotus pods are produced every day

Supply to major supermarkets.

Now is the most suitable season for lotus growth,

The flowering period will last until the end of September to early October,

As the weather cools down,

This limited edition of Beauty is also coming to an end,

Everyone, wait and cherish it~

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