Gu Yu is the sixth of the twenty-four solar terms and the last one of spring. Valley rain is taken from the meaning of "rain and hundreds of grains", at this time the precipitation increased significantly, the seedlings in the field were first planted, the new crops were planted, the most needed rainwater was moistened, the rainfall was sufficient and timely, and the cereal crops could thrive.
The main feature of valley rain weather is that it is rainy. Entering the valley rain festival, the precipitation in the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River and the Jiangnan region of the mainland has increased significantly, especially in South China, often forming a long period of rainfall weather. During the rainy season, the humidity in the air gradually increases, which is a critical period for the growth of crops.
According to the observation of nature, the ancients of the mainland divided the valley rain into three seasons: one waiting for Ping to start, the second waiting for the dove to whisk its feathers, and the third waiting for Dai Ren to descend to Sang. This means that after the rain in the valley, the rainfall increases, the duckweed begins to grow, the cuckoo begins to remind people that seeds should be sown, and the mulberry trees are everywhere. At this time, it is late spring, the spring breeze is harmonious, the grass is green, the apricot blossoms are sparse, and the peonies are good. "In the sound of agricultural frogs, in the color of the grass." It is a beautiful view that describes the rainy season of the valley.
Drink Gu Yu tea. Gu Yu tea is made from the fresh tea leaves that Gu Yu picked in the dew this morning. Guyu tea has emerald green color, soft leaves, rich in vitamins and amino acids, and pleasant aroma. Legend has it that Gu Yu drank the tea on this day to clear the fire, ward off evil spirits, and blind the eyes. Residents can enjoy a cup of tea on the day of the valley rain, and feel the comfort of "just the rain of the valley and the rain of the valley, and a cup of fragrant tea sitting in the middle".
Admire the peonies. "Valley rain three dynasties to see peonies", peony flowers are called valley rain flowers, rich flowers, valley rain season peony has lasted for thousands of years. Qing Gulu's "Qing Jia Lu" said: "The shrine annex is built by merchants, and Gu Yu looks at the flower bureau for a new time." "To this day, Shandong Heze and Henan Luoyang will hold peony flower parties during the rainy season of the valley for people to watch and play.
"Eat Spring". Before and after the valley rain, the toon is mellow and refreshing, and the nutritional value is high, so there is a saying that "the toon before the rain is tender as silk". People say that the edible toon picked in the spring is "eating spring". Fresh Tsubaki sprouts are rich in protein, carotene and a large amount of vitamin C, which has a variety of effects such as stomach strengthening, anti-diarrhea and emollient skin.
Everything grows and the city blossoms, which is a good time to recuperate. After the valley rain festival, the air humidity gradually increases, so residents should strengthen warmth, bask in the sun, exercise appropriately, and prevent "wet evil" from invading and injuring the body. Health care experts suggest that at this time, we should pay attention to spiritual maintenance, cautious liver fire, maintain an optimistic and open-minded attitude, close to nature, cultivate temperament, in the daily diet, you can add some water-repellent foods, such as corn, poria, winter melon, barley, red adzuki beans and so on.
April days on earth are warm, and the willows dance with the wind. After the valley rains in late spring, it is a bright and warm summer.
【Finishing】Cai Ruyi Wen Qiuyi
【Poster】Cai Ruyi
【Intern】Fan Qianhui He Qiuxiao
【Planner】Wu Zhiyuan
【Author】 Cai Ruyi
【Source】 Southern Press Media Group South + client