Research On Peony Cultivation In Luoyang In Northern Song Dynasty

While the technology and yield of grain cultivation increased in the Song Dynasty,the flower-growing industry also gradually flourished.Luoyang,as the western capital of the Northern Song Dynasty,was far away from political strife and had the unique natural conditions to become the center of peony cultivation in the Northern Song Dynasty.As the largest peony planting center in the country at that time,Luoyang not only produced professional gardeners,but also mastered the growth rules of peony.At the same time,the peony planting area gradually increased,and the planting and cultivation techniques were further developed,and new varieties of peony were cultivated through grafting and other planting techniques.All these have contributed to the prosperity of peony in Luoyang,which has been widely planted in Luoyang,from the gardens of princes and nobles down to the flower gardens of ordinary people.When the peony was planted in Luoyang,the peony was also famous for the tribute flower system.In the late Northern Song Dynasty,when the comprehensive national power was weakened,the tribute flower system became a tool for the rulers to exploit the flower farmers and even the people of Luoyang,which led to the demise of the peony cultivation industry in Luoyang.The flowering luck of peony was closely connected with the future fate of the Northern Song Dynasty.When the Northern Song Dynasty was strong and economically prosperous,the rulers often praised some beautiful things or elevated their status to show the strength of the country,and the graceful and noble characteristics of peonies coincided with their expectations.As a result,peonies were highly praised by the rulers,and under their influence,the people also adored them.However,once the country fell into a precarious situation and could not protect itself,the image of the peony as a graceful and luxurious beauty collapsed.