The ongoing tree fair at Khulna Circuit House Ground is gaining momentum, attracting a large number of tree lovers and nursery owners who have turned the venue into a colorful display of various local and foreign plant varieties. The month-long fair, which began on July 11, aims to promote tree plantation and environmental awareness among the younger generation. This year’s event features 62 participating organizations, including 10 government agencies.
Significant Sales and Rare Varieties
As of Monday, a total of 37,570 saplings of different species worth around Tk 54,27,620 had been sold. This year, various rare varieties of tree saplings are attracting city dwellers. Notable among them are the 'Corossol Tree', believed to have cancer-preventive properties, and the 'Ghugu Pakhi'. Another rare variety, 'Star Jui', has drawn attention, with each plant priced at Tk 15,000. Mango saplings are selling the most, while housewives are showing particular interest in fruit and flower plants suitable for tubs.
Urban Gardening and Security Measures
Urban planters and gardeners are showing interest in dwarf varieties of plants, especially early-fruiting saplings. The stalls at the fair have been decorated with fruit, flower, and orchid plants, adding a touch of nature to the city's concrete landscape. Law enforcement agencies have taken adequate measures to ensure security for traders, visitors, and buyers. The tree fair, which attracts nature enthusiasts, has been organized annually in Khulna for about a decade.
