China is the homeland of the peony, and Luoyang's cultivation of these flowers dates back to the Sui Dynasty (581-618). By ...

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It’s hard not to love peonies. With their big, showy flowers, vibrant pink colour and fragrant scent, they are a true garden showstopper. But as beautiful as they might be, the bloom time of peonies ...

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Peony flowers are now in full bloom in parks across Luoyang, central China's Henan Province, drawing crowds of tourists to the city. The China Luoyang Peony Cultural Festival, with its 42nd edition ...

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