TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — The daylily season has begun in Changhua’s Huatan Hushan Mountain and runs from May through July.

The Tri-Mountain National Scenic Area Administration and Hushan Mountain Management Committee announced the opening of the daylily season at a Friday press conference. The area, known for western Taiwan's earliest blooms and as a popular viewing spot, expects around 300,000 daylily plants to be in full bloom this year, per CNA.

According to the administration, this is the eighth year for the area's daylily season, which started with 30,000 plants. The event attracts more than 200,000 visitors annually, bringing significant business to north Changhua.

The main daylily variety grown on Hushan Mountain is “Taitung No. 7,” the administration said. A photo spot has been set up at the entrance of the daylily field trail. Visitors who walk to the center can also enjoy panoramic views of Changhua.

The agency said that in Chinese culture, the daylily is considered the flower of motherhood, blooming just before Mother's Day. Daylilies are also highly nutritious, containing protein, fiber, minerals, and vitamins A, B1, and B2.

Lei Hsiao-ling (雷小玲), a nutritionist at Mackay Memorial Hospital, said that most producers add regulated amounts of chemicals to dried daylilies to prevent discoloration and preserve freshness. She advised soaking the flowers in water for 30 to 60 minutes before cooking. Eating them raw may pose a risk of poisoning, Lei noted.

Changhua County Government added the jasmine season in Huatan Township runs from May to October annually. The region boasts Taiwan's largest jasmine cultivation area, covering over 30 hectares and accounting for about 80% of national production. The county government also welcomes visitors to enjoy the jasmine blossoms and jasmine tea.