St. Petersburg Economic Forum starts with tree planting Wednesday morning. Leaders will plant 80 apple trees and lilac bushes at Expoforum grounds at 8:30 AM. The ceremony honors Leningrad siege survivors and shows hope for city growth. Politicians, business heads, athletes and reporters will join the event.
Apple trees and lilacs represent strength of people who lived through the blockade. Each plant becomes a living memorial connecting past and future generations. Lilac bushes bloom only on branches from the year before. This natural process mirrors how memories pass from parents to children.
Tree of Life Foundation organized the planting ceremony. The group works on environmental projects and climate programs. Foundation leaders want to cut pollution, save forests and teach people about nature. The event happens near Pulkovo church, close to the main Expoforum entrance on Petersburg Highway.
Apple trees and lilacs represent strength of people who lived through the blockade. Each plant becomes a living memorial connecting past and future generations. Lilac bushes bloom only on branches from the year before. This natural process mirrors how memories pass from parents to children.
Tree of Life Foundation organized the planting ceremony. The group works on environmental projects and climate programs. Foundation leaders want to cut pollution, save forests and teach people about nature. The event happens near Pulkovo church, close to the main Expoforum entrance on Petersburg Highway.
