Growth environment
rockii tree peony is known as the “Pearl Blooming on the Plateau”. It can grow in an environment above 1500-2800 meters above sea level, and can also grow in humid, dry and rainless places. It has the characteristics of adapting to cold, drought and barren growth.
Growth cycle
The growth stages of paeonia rockii peony are
Juvenile stage: the main root goes down vertically, the annual increase is less than 10cm, and “no leaves for three years” is the norm
Youth stage: the stem is lignified, with iconic purple spots, and 1-3 flowers are initially opened
Mature stage: the plant height can reach 2.5 meters, hundreds of flowers are bloomed per year, and the fragrance of flowers can be spread for thousands of meters
Old stage: the stem is hollow but still blooms, and the root suckers sprout new branches to continue life
Cultivation method
The main method of reproduction of peony rockii is grafting. The advantage of grafting is that it can quickly form a large amount, make chinese tree peony commercialized, maintain excellent peony varieties, and will not change its excellence due to the grafting method.
Management methods
Spring management
mainly includes watering, fertilizing, and spring pruning so that paeonia rockii can bloom more beautiful flowers
Summer management
Summer is a critical period for nutrient accumulation and flower bud differentiation for chinese tree peony growth and development. It is also a high-incidence period for pests, diseases, weeds, and drought and flood damage. The main thing is to apply fertilizer scientifically prevent waterlogging, and prevent pests and diseases
Autumn management
Autumn is an important period for the growth of peony rockii roots. Timely watering, fertilization, and reasonable pruning can ensure that the plants recover quickly next year to meet the basic needs of plant growth and development throughout the year.