Singer My Le cultivates a sprawling 10,000 square meter fruit garden in Ho Chi Minh City, a decade after acquiring the land. Instead of pursuing business ventures, she embraced a tranquil garden life. Her garden features a diverse collection of trees, including mangoes, jackfruits, star gooseberries, and exotic varieties such as Taiwanese golden star apples and Indian pomegranates.
My Le resides with her family in a villa located over 5 km from the garden, allowing her convenient access for its upkeep. She personally selects each plant variety, ensuring proper fertilization and irrigation. During busy periods, she delegates tasks to professional gardeners. Beyond fruit cultivation, she also raises chickens and geese, which not only provide organic food but also add vitality to the garden. The singer explained that she utilizes chicken manure, treating it with microorganisms before mixing it into the soil or applying it directly to the base of the trees. A dedicated section of her land is also reserved for ornamental plants and flowers.
"Whenever I feel tired, I sit and gaze at the plants, breathe the air, and feel much more relaxed," My Le shared. She occasionally invites friends and family to visit her garden on weekends.
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My Le picking fruit in her garden. Photo: Provided by subject |
In recent years, My Le has primarily served as a judge for music programs and game shows, stepping back from regular performances. She occasionally releases music videos when she discovers a favorite song.
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The front area of My Le's garden in Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Provided by subject |
My Le, 54, is the daughter of musician Hoang Song Huong. In 1997, she moved from her hometown Quang Binh to Ho Chi Minh City to pursue a singing career. In the early 2000s, her voice garnered popularity through songs such as "Va con mua toi" (Bao Chan), "Cho nhau mot nu cuoi" (Minh Chau), and "Vang trang dem troi" (Chinese music, lyrics by Le Quang).
In 2005, My Le married a businessman. She temporarily paused her singing career in 2013 to give birth to her third child and prioritize family. In 2020, the singer resumed her music activities, releasing several music videos.
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