Pine trees of all types are being snapped up at many shops in Ho Chi Minh City as local residents are finishing their preparations for Christmas celebration.

Many shoppers are willing to spend big on fresh pine trees imported from the United States this holiday season.

Such a tree, about 1.2 meters to seven meters tall, costs about VND4-50 million (US$172-2,100).

Most customers were required to make their payment in advance so that local shops could confirm the number of orders before importing the products.

As Christmas is just a few days to go, these imported pine trees may be difficult to buy as it takes quite a long time for them to be transported from the U.S. to Vietnam.

“Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, pine tree sales at our shop have increased compared to last year,” said Hanh Mi, owner of Liti Florist flower shop in District 3.

Liti Florist has sold about 200 fresh pine trees this year, Mi added.

At other shops, Christmas trees made from fresh pine boughs or tree barks are offered at VND2.5-10 million ($108-432).

Customers can also purchase fresh pine tree branches for their Christmas embellishments.

Many shops have also crafted flower boxes, laurel wreaths, candle holders, and flower strips from fresh pine boughs, leaves, dried flowers and fruits, and other ornaments.

These products sell for VND1.5-3 million ($64-129) each.

Christmas ornaments can easily be found at souvenir stores in the southern metropolis, selling from VND3,000 ($0.13) apiece.

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