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Variety traits

Peony bud

Paeonia L.

The peony bud is a key morphological object for phenological observations and ornamental assessment, determining productivity and flowering quality.

In the reference 12 varieties crop Peony, where this is mentioned in the description.

In peony variety testing, the number of buds per peduncle, including lateral ones, and their developmental stages are taken into account to determine harvesting times. A biological feature is the appearance of hydathode secretions on the buds a few days before full bloom, which serves as an important phenological marker.

The agrotechnical significance of the bud lies in the ability to regulate the load on the plant by removing lateral buds to enlarge the central flower. In young plants, complete bud removal is practiced to strengthen the root system, while the presence of blind buds indicates nutrient deficiencies or unfavorable environmental conditions.

General information about the subject — on the page Budding.

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Varieties of Peony mentioned in the description

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