Blooming pink flowers blanket a former wasteland in Lixia district, Jinan, Shandong province following the local government's efforts to improve the living environment. The 18,000-square-meter sea of flowers has created a stunning spring landscape for locals to enjoy leisurely walking.

Blooming pink flowers create a charming spring view in Lixia district, Jinan, Shandong province. [Photo/WeChat account: lixiatoutiao]

Residents take photos of the sea of pink flowers in Lixia district, Jinan, Shandong province. [Photo/WeChat account: lixiatoutiao]

A woman accompanies a senior citizen to view the blooming pink flowers in Lixia district, Jinan, Shandong province. [Photo/WeChat account: lixiatoutiao]

A sea of blooming flowers along Longding Street, Lixia district, Jinan, Shandong province [Photo/WeChat account: lixiatoutiao]