As a dazzling star in the history of China, the Song Dynasty has always been a hot research topic. "Life among Flowers" in Song Dynasty is the epitome of social background changes, and it also provides reference for the study of China history.
The close relationship between people and flowers in Song Dynasty is closely related to the flowers in their lives. Flowers were not only used for decoration at that time, but also served on the table. Chinese medicine is a culture handed down from generation to generation in China. Flowers are linked with traditional Chinese medicine and become a member of medicinal materials. There are many similar applications. The wisdom and innovative ability of the working people in Song Dynasty should not be underestimated.
1, a spectacular "flower show"
Counting the history of China for thousands of years, I'm afraid there is no second dynasty that can match the love of flowers in the Song Dynasty. Love flowers in Song Dynasty were not only favored by court nobles, but also by ordinary people. Luoyang is a famous flower in Song Dynasty. "Xijing Peony is famous all over the world. When it is in full bloom, it is a perfect match." The government came forward to hold a flower show, which shows that people attach importance to flowers.
This is a major festival in Luoyang. "Generally speaking, every family in Luoyang has flowers." This festival is not only held in Luoyang, but also in Yangzhou. The main flower is peony. Whenever people concentrate on appreciating flowers, there will be many excellent works, and this theme is naturally inseparable from bloom, so the shadow of flowers often appears in the poetry and song culture of the Song Dynasty.
In the Song Dynasty, there were dignitaries and rich people everywhere. Most of them have their own gardens, which are taken care of by specialized personnel. Whenever I am in bloom, the garden will be open for people to enjoy, and some experienced businessmen will take this opportunity to make a fortune. When the park is opened, the charging policy is implemented, and ordinary people can only buy tickets to enter, but the scene of flowers in the park is also worth the price.
Later, with the gradual progress of gardening technology, more varieties and colors appeared in the market, which in turn promoted the increase of people's demand for flowers. The economy was once driven by flowers, followed by the rapid rise of other industries related to flowers. Specialized books on flower cultivation and flower painting have become hot spots in the market, and they are robbed every time they are listed.
2. Flowers and Health
In the Song Dynasty, people lived a rich life. After the material life is satisfied, people begin to pursue spiritual improvement and long for longevity. Therefore, physical health has become the focus of social attention. Throughout the dynasty, from dignitaries to ordinary people, people paid attention to health preservation. Combined with Chinese medicine culture, flowers began to appear as food on people's tables.
A variety of things related to flowers, especially chrysanthemums, hibiscus and gardenias, are recorded in Shanjia Qinggong. All kinds of flowers are made delicious by frying and boiling, the most famous ones are chrysanthemum soup, golden rice and gardenia soup. These foods are made by special technology according to their main components, and their best effects are exerted through dietotherapy.