The East Lake Peony Garden opened on March 18. It showcases more than 30,000 peonies in over 200 varieties, as well as six other kinds of flowers such as Japanese kerria, peach and cherry blossoms.

▲ Blooming peonies Photo provided by Zou Hui

Li Min, an engineer at the garden, said, "Due to the low temperature in February this year and the recent cold snap, the flowering period of peonies has been delayed. We expect that the peonies in the park will begin to bloom in late March or early April." Li also says that many valuable varieties of peonies are going to be on exhibit in the garden this year.