Laitai Flower Market

It’s a good bet that most foreigners in Beijing are at least looking to improve the air quality in their own homes by purchasing a few fresh plants. Laitai flower market is your one-stop shop for all things green. There is a huge selection of plants, from small succulents and potted herbs to plants almost as big as a tree. Naturally all of the related botanical paraphernalia is available at the market, such as gardening tools, watering cans, insecticide and fertilizers.    

 

While oxygenating your apartment you may also be tempted to adopt a fish or two. Laitai boasts an impressive array of tropical and fresh water fish as well as other marine life (you may even see the odd shark). A large glass fish bowl complete with fish, plants and fish food can be acquired for just over 100 Yuan.  Fish tanks are a more natural alternative to the humidifiers that are a standard feature in many Beijing homes during the dry winter months.   

 

Liangma flower market, which is close to Laitai, is a smaller option offering a wonderful selection of freshly cut flowers.