The Pink Shade of Saigon
Walking down the streets of Saigon this season, you will easily notice a beautiful change in the landscape. Soft pink trumpet flowers (hoa kèn hồng) are blooming everywhere, bringing a gentle color to contrast with the crowded concrete buildings and heavy traffic.
Photo source: Bách Hóa Xanh
Planting these trees was one of the best urban landscaping ideas for the city. Amidst the suffocating heat and noise, these delicate blossoms offer a quiet moment of peace for anyone looking up.
In the near future, as these trees grow and cover more streets, I believe the people here will proudly call Saigon the "city of pink trumpet flowers." It is a simple, natural identity that makes this bustling urban environment feel a lot more like home.