Mangzhong - literally means Grain in Ear- is the 9th solar term
During this period, crops like barley and wheat all get mature and are waiting to be harvested. It’s the busiest time to seed millet and the deadline for sowing activities. The best food to eat during “Grain in Ear” period, is mulberry.
Traditional Customs and Seasonal Food
Usually people will worship the god of flower, fight with soil, grow new plants and boil plum soup.
(Note: Some words are selected from Hujiang English and some pictures from internet.)
