Noida flower show a one-stop destination for gardening enthusiasts

Featuring over 80 stalls offering a wide range of products, including seeds, fertilizers, plants, gardening tools and decorative items, the flower show provided a one-stop destination for gardening enthusiasts to explore and purchase essentials for their green spaces.

Noida Flower Show

Notably, more than 38 nurseries, some from distant locations like Kalimpong and Bhimtal, participated, adding to the diversity of plant species available to visitors.

One of the key highlights of the event was the special focus on the “Stock” flower, emphasizing its beauty and significance in floral arrangements.

Additionally, the event aimed to promote environmental awareness by educating visitors about converting household waste into organic manure and instilling the importance of plantation among school children.

Through demonstrations and interactive sessions, attendees learned practical ways to contribute to environmental sustainability and biodiversity conservation.

The flower show also served as a platform to rediscover indigenous plant species and their cultural significance.

Madhu Chanda, owner of Madi Boots nursery, shared insights into her journey of promoting native plants and exotic varieties suitable for the local climate. She emphasized the rich diversity of flora found in India, challenging the dominance of imported species in the gardening landscape.

By showcasing plants like the Mexican hydrangea and the Hibiscus schizopetalus, she aimed to revive interest in indigenous species and their role in enriching the ecological fabric.

In her interview, Madhu Chanda highlighted the importance of preserving local flora, such as the Kajuti or beggar’s bowl plant, which holds cultural significance in various regions of India.

Noida Flower Show

Her nursery’s mission aligns with the broader goal of promoting biodiversity and sustainable gardening practices, fostering a deeper connection between people and their natural surroundings.

Various competitions, including garden and landscape design, vegetable carving, painting, and floral arrangement, provided a platform for participants to showcase their creativity and skills.

The 36th Annual Noida Flower Show was a celebration of diversity, sustainability, and community spirit. By bringing together garden lovers, enthusiasts, and experts, the event served as a catalyst for fostering a greener and more vibrant Noida.

(The writer is an intern with The Indian Express)