Find Some Festive Sparkle at Jinghua Artificial Flowers in Liangmaqiao

Robynne Tindall, Contributing Editor | Dec 6, 2019 11:30 am | Add a comment | 374 reads | Paid for by Jinghua Artificial Flowers

Being away from home for the holidays can feel a little less than festive, especially in Beijing, where apart from the odd Christmas market everything seems to be business as usual. One sure-fire way to raise your holiday spirits is to bring Christmas into your home with some sparkling decorations.

If you prefer decorations that are a little more stylish than the average Taobao tat (and who could blame you?), then you can find beautiful festive trees and ornaments at Jinghua Artificial Flowers in Liangma Flower Galleria, run by experienced floral designer Mrs. Ding. Long-term Beijingers may remember her store from the old Laitai Flower Market but the move to this new, recently renovated building has certainly given her creations space to shine.

Mrs. Ding has been working with artificial flowers and designing beautiful arrangements for almost 40 years. She trained in Japan, Europe, and the US, and has created designed for many high-end hotels, restaurants, and other businesses. “Previously only hotels and malls had the budget or inclination to worry about floral design but today we have a lot more individual consumers because people are more conscious of the effect flowers can have in the home,” Mrs. Ding says. “People like to choose artificial flowers because they last longer and are better for the environment." She goes on to say, "Instead of just selling individual flowers or products, we focus on creating an overall design aesthetic for our customers and helping them understand how to display flowers in their homes.” Jinghua sells a wide range of colorful, everlasting flora and floral decorations, among the best quality available in Beijing.

At this time of year, Mrs. Ding’s design focus is, of course, on Christmas. From traditional pine wreaths with red and gold baubles to modern, conceptual trees in shades of white and blue, Jinghua has something to suit every taste.

For winter 2019, the stylish Christmas tree is wearing ornaments made of natural and alternative materials, a nod to wider eco-conscious trends; think carved wooden snowflakes and Christmas stockings or brown paper baubles that can be decorated at home or left plain for a rustic feel. These kinds of ornaments go especially well with a tree dusted with artificial snow, creating a very Scandinavian vibe (did someone say “hygge”?).

Jinghua can, of course, avail you of all of the above. With their complementary color schemes, the store’s pre-designed and decorated trees are particularly eye-catching and will definitely make your Christmas photos instantly #instaworthy. If you’re tight on money or space, the table-top Christmas trees (from around RMB 350), also pre-decked out with tasteful, color-coordinated decorations, will bring a touch of festive cheer to even the smallest of apartments.

Alternatively, pick up a DIY set (RMB 199) that includes all the ornaments and lights you need to decorate a beautiful Christmas tree at home. This would be a fun activity to do with kids or could even make for a good early Christmas gift. Speaking of gifts, Jinghua’s location next door to Liangma International Jewel and Antique Market makes it a good place to pick up holiday gifts, offering easy access to over 500 vendors selling everything from Chinese and international antiques to tea sets, cloisonné, and diamonds. Behind Jinghua, the rest of Liangma Flower Galleria is dedicated to shops selling cut flowers and potted plants.

Whether you are looking to decorate your home or find a treat for friends and family, Jinghua Artificial Flowers offers a little festive spirit for everyone.