Variety traits
Paeonia L.
A basic morphological trait of the peony, measured from the soil surface to the highest point of the inflorescences or stems during the flowering phase for the assessment of varietal characteristics.
In the reference 7 varieties crop Peony, where this is mentioned in the description.
For breeding evaluation and testing of peony varieties for distinctness and stability, plant height is measured in centimeters during peak flowering. Varieties are classified as dwarf (up to 55–59 cm), medium-height (60–89 cm), and tall (90 cm and above), while tree peonies can reach 1.5–2 meters.
This trait determines the agronomic requirements of the crop: tall varieties require supports due to the risk of lodging of flower stems under the weight of the blooms. Furthermore, plant height dictates planting density, as robust plants require a nutritional area of at least 1 m², and influences grading standards for commercial cut flower production.
General information about the subject — on the page Plant height.
Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.
Paeonia L. · Peony
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Paeonia L. · Peony
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