May 2006

PEONY FESTIVAL - CHINA'S MOST PRIZED FLOWER!

The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden and the Canadian Peony Society present a festival that celebrates the “king of flowers”, the peony or mudan flower. Enjoy a stroll through the Garden and revel in the beautiful sounds of music dedicated to the peony, view the lush display of peonies from Ferncliff garden, Take a peek at the paintings by the Canadian Chinese Artist Federation. Find out what the attraction is to China’s most highly prized flower that is associated with wealth, prosperity, royalty and friendship.