When do peonies bloom?

Peony is a famous ornamental flower, known as "the king of flowers". Peony flowers usually bloom in April-May in spring, and the specific flowering time varies with varieties and geographical locations. Generally speaking, the flowering time of peony is closely related to temperature and light. In the south, peony blooms earlier because of high temperature, but it blooms later in the north. In addition, light is also one of the important factors affecting peony flowering, and sufficient light can promote peony flowering.

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The flowering period of peony is usually 7- 10 days, and the flower is solitary at the top of the branch, with a diameter of more than 20 cm. Peony flowers are very rich in color, including red, pink, yellow and white, among which red is the most common. When peony is in full bloom, its huge flowers and bright colors can attract a large number of bees, butterflies and other insects, forming a beautiful natural picture.

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Besides ornamental value, peony has important medicinal value. Peony flower is rich in anthocyanins and flavonoids, which has many pharmacological effects such as anti-oxidation, anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor. In traditional Chinese medicine, peony is widely used to treat irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea and headache. In addition, peony flowers can also be used to make scented tea, which has the effects of clearing away heat and toxic materials and refreshing the brain.

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In order to make peony blossom normally and show its unique charm, we need to pay attention to the following conservation skills: first, choose the appropriate basin soil to ensure fertile soil and good drainage; Secondly, water reasonably to keep the soil moist without water accumulation; Third, proper fertilization, mainly phosphorus and potassium fertilizer, promotes flower bud differentiation and flowering; Four, timely pruning residual flowers, dead leaves, keep plants clean and tidy; Finally, pay attention to the prevention and control of pests and diseases, and spray pesticides regularly to prevent diseases.

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In a word, peony is a kind of flower with high ornamental and medicinal value. In the process of planting and maintenance, we should pay attention to choosing suitable environmental conditions and maintenance skills to ensure its normal flowering and show the unique charm of "the king of flowers"