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Appreciating plum blossoms 赏梅

Plum blossoms usually flower in mid-to-late December in some southern cities of China, and sometimes bloom even earlier. The plum blossom, which originated in China, is revered in Chinese culture for its resilience during severe winters. Along with the pine and bamboo, the plum blossom is considered one of the Three Friends of Winter.

梅花通常在12月中下旬在南方的一些城市盛开，有时候开得更早。梅花起源于中国，在中国文化中，梅花因为不畏严寒而受到敬佩。梅花和松树、竹子一起并称为“岁寒三友”。