On May 12th, the 2025 Shanghai International Flower Show in Fengxian District, also known as the Fengxian-wide Flower Exhibition, opened its doors. More than 300 faculty and students from Tongji University and seven other institutions showcased their creativity, drawing from their academic backgrounds and technical skills to interpret the theme All Living Things Thrive Towards the Sun, Flowers Blossom in Southern Shanghai through the lens of Rethinking Nature Around Us. They personally crafted unique garden landscapes that highlighted biodiversity. At the opening ceremony, the winners of the University Garden Festival were announced, with Tongji University's team, comprising students from landscape architecture, civil engineering, and related fields, taking home the Platinum Award and the Popular Garden Award.

The Windchasing Garden, designed and executed by Tongji's student team, brought together members with expertise in landscape architecture, civil engineering, and more. The team, known for its innovative spirit and collaborative efforts, seamlessly merged scientific knowledge, artistic flair, and a sense of social responsibility. Their goal was to spread ecological awareness through garden design and inspire greater environmental consciousness among the public.

The Windchasing Garden is not just a showcase of the team's professional prowess but also a passionate advocacy for green living. Centered around the theme of Rethinking Nature Around Us: Wind, the garden tells the story of a dandelion named Wind Treasure and its journey. It features five distinct zones—each celebrating the different facets and ecological importance of wind: Wind Rises Over the Sea, Wind Rides the Slide, Wind Whirls at Sandy Cove, Wind Whispers in the Flower Court, and Chasing the Wind to Make a Wish. Every corner of the garden blends beauty, interactivity, and educational value, allowing visitors to feel the power and charm of wind while learning about wind energy, land formation, and seasonal plant changes. Through a captivating narrative and playful installations, the garden creates a whimsical atmosphere, urging visitors to connect with nature, embrace it, and experience the harmony between humans and their environment. The exhibition will be open to the public until May 22nd.