Imsil-gun, 'Yanggwibikkot' in Full Bloom Along the Streamside

[Imsil=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Nosik] Imsil-gun, Jeonbuk, is captivating the attention of local residents with the beautiful display of red poppy flowers blooming along the riverside of Imsilcheon, the region's representative stream.

According to the county on the 15th, the official name of the ornamental poppy is Gaeyanggwibi, which is a different species from the opium poppy containing narcotic substances, so it is not subject to regulation and can be cultivated for horticultural purposes.

The county has created a walking trail along about a 1.1 km section of the riverside embankment from Imsilgyo to Sujeonggyo to provide a scenic view of flowers blooming in all four seasons, and has planted and managed layers of trees, shrubs, and annual and perennial herbaceous plants around the area.

The planting of poppies was also promoted this year as part of the Imsilcheon landscape improvement project, with approximately 40 kg sown over a total area of 8,000㎡ in March.

In addition, the county planted a total of 16,350 trees, including four species of shrubs such as hydrangea and five species of herbaceous plants such as daffodils around the walking trail.

This year, the flowering period was somewhat delayed due to abnormal low temperatures. However, as a result of continuously applying fertilizer and performing weeding to promote the growth of the poppies, flower buds began to bloom from early this month and are now in full bloom.

The spectacular red wave of poppy flowers blooming along the riverside is expected to continue until next month, receiving great response from the residents.

County Governor Shim Min said, “The poppy flowers blooming along the riverside are displaying a beauty beyond expectations, creating a magnificent sight,” and added, “I hope this will comfort the minds and bodies of residents who are tired and struggling due to COVID-19.”

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