Shilihe Wetland Park in Guiyang is the first national urban wetland park in China's southwest. This expansive sanctuary, covering over 600 hectares, boasts more than a thousand plant species that bloom in a continuous, ever-changing display of color throughout the year. While autumn leaves much of the country barren, this park remains an oasis of perpetual spring.
Recently, a section of more than ten acres of wildflowers has erupted into a spectacular bloom. Species like Himalayan edelweiss, cornflowers, and zinnias weave together into a breathtaking tapestry of color, reminiscent of a Monet painting, drawing over 10,000 visitors daily. Rather than being an accident of nature, it is the result of meticulous planning by horticultural experts, who carefully selected 17 species for their resilience, staggered blooming periods, and optimal planting density.
More than attracting visitors, the flower field has become a haven for over 30 species of pollinators and birds, becoming a catalyst for ecosystem regeneration. The field offers an innovative approach to restoring degraded karst landscapes worldwide: using the simple power of flowers to rebuild the bond between humanity and nature.