What are the customs of Frost Descent? It is the time to climb high and appreciate chrysanthemums.

October 23, 2017 is the Frost Descent solar term. What do people usually do on this day? What are the customs regarding the Frost Descent solar term? Next, let’s take a look at the customs of Frost Descent, one of the 24 solar terms.

Customs of the Frost Descent

Chrysanthemum viewing

There is an ancient saying that "chrysanthemums bloom when frost hits them". The Frost Descent season is when autumn chrysanthemums are in full bloom, so this solar term is very suitable for appreciating chrysanthemums. Chrysanthemum is one of the top ten traditional famous flowers in my country and has a long history of cultivation. It is recorded in "Continued Records of the Strange Things of Qi" by Wu Jun of the Liang Dynasty in the Southern Dynasties. “When frost falls, only this grass grows luxuriantly.” Therefore, chrysanthemum was regarded as “the grass of the season” by the ancients and became a symbol of vitality. At this time, many places in my country hold chrysanthemum parties, where people appreciate chrysanthemums and drink wine to show their respect and love for chrysanthemums.

Climb

In the northern regions, there is a custom of climbing high places to look far into the distance when Frost Descent comes. Because the air in the forests and mountains is fresh in autumn, climbing can not only improve the function of the lungs, but also allow you to look far into the distance, which can relax your mind and soothe your mood. Avoid climbing in the morning and evening when the temperature is lower. When climbing, you must be calm and walk slowly to prevent sprains of the waist and legs. When climbing, you should adapt to temperature changes by adding or removing clothes. When resting, do not sit on wet ground or in drafty areas; when sweating, you can loosen the buttons of your clothes slightly, but do not take off your clothes or hat to prevent catching a cold.