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Plant type: Herbaceous perennial.
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Height: Generally grows to a height of 60-90cm, but can grow taller depending on the cultivar and growing conditions.
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Flower characteristics: Double-petaled flowers that are a light pink color, sometimes with darker pink markings at the base of the petals. The flowers can be up to 20cm in diameter and have a pleasant fragrance.
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Flowering period: The flowering period of 赵粉牡丹 (Zhao Fen Peony) generally lasts from mid to late spring.
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Leaf characteristics: Dark green, deeply cut leaves that are attractive even when the plant is not in bloom.
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Hardiness: 赵粉牡丹 (Zhao Fen Peony) is a hardy perennial that can grow in USDA zones 3-8, depending on the cultivar.
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Sunlight requirements: 赵粉牡丹 (Zhao Fen Peony) prefers full sun to partial shade.
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Soil requirements: 赵粉牡丹 (Zhao Fen Peony) prefers well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
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Water requirements: 赵粉牡丹 (Zhao Fen Peony) prefers consistent moisture but can tolerate some drought.
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Maintenance: 赵粉牡丹 (Zhao Fen Peony) requires little maintenance once established, but benefits from regular deadheading and fertilization. It should be divided every few years to prevent overcrowding. Additionally, some cultivars may require staking to support the heavy blooms.