The flower market in Kowloon is not just an example of East meets West; it is an example of Hong Kong meets the entire world. There are fresh flowers flown in daily from all over the planet. Tulips, gladiolas, roses, chrysanthemums--you name it, you can get it here. Especially impressive are the vast numbers of incredibly healthy orchids, which thrive in the humid subtropical climate of Hong Kong. There are also miniature, or bonsai versions, of many trees and shrubs. Living in a tiny apartment on the 39th floor of a skyscraper, a 6-inch tall redwood tree might be just the thing for your window garden. next...