Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
The Hong Kong Flower Show (HKFS), an annual floral extravaganza, opened today (March 20) at Victoria Park displaying about 400 000 flowers, including some 40 000 stocks, this year’s theme flower, under the theme of “A Fragrant Journey through Hong Kong”.
Officiating at the opening ceremony were the President of the Legislative Council, Dr Starry Lee; the Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Miss Rosanna Law; the Permanent Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Ms Vivian Sum; Steward of the Hong Kong Jockey Club Mr Philip Lo; Miss Hong Kong 2018, Miss Hera Chan; and the Director of Leisure and Cultural Services, Ms Manda Chan.
Additionally, the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) will hold a Green Recycling Day after the flower show to reinforce green measures and reduce waste. Volunteers will assist in sorting and collecting recyclables at the showground. Flowers and plants suitable for replanting will be distributed to schools, environmental groups, non-governmental organisations, and members of the public.