Peonies bloom in Heze, spread fragrance worldwide
China DailyThe pink peonies are in full bloom, filling the air with their sweet fragrance. Eight enterprises in Heze possess are qualified to export peony seedlings to the global market and must adhere to strict quality standards. In recent years, the city's peonies have appeared at a number of influential events, such as the 10th China Flower Expo held in Shanghai, captivating visitors with their stunning colors and varieties. In 2023, the city's peony industry generated a total output value of 10.8 billion yuan, directly employing over 100,000 people and indirectly creating jobs for around 500,000 individuals in related sectors such as transportation, processing, packaging, sales, publishing, and research and development. Heze has already developed a comprehensive peony utilization model and had the largest peony industrial chain in the world.