Minor Heat

The arrival of Minor Heat, the 11th of the 24 solar terms, marks the official onset of late summer. This year, the Minor Heat begins on July 7. During this time, the summer heat rises but does not reach its peak – hence the name "Minor Heat."

This period quietly ushers in the "steaming and boiling" prelude of midsummer, foreshadowing the intense heat of the Dog Days. It is also a golden window for crop growth. Marked by frequent thunderstorms and typhoons, the significant regional climate variations make drought resistance and water storage crucial.

Beneath this sweltering heat lies the vigorous power of all things growing – an eternal reminder of symbiosis between humans and nature.