When exactly should I visit Henan for the peony bloom?

[Direct conclusion] Luoyang peonies peak roughly Apr 1–May 5. Key points to keep in mind: 1. Wangcheng Park and China National Flower Garden bloom earliest; Mangshan later. 2. Around Apr 1 is usually best—check each garden's live bloom report before you go. 3. Peak season: Luoyang peonies peak roughly Apr 1–May 5. 4. Wangcheng Park and China National Flower Garden bloom earliest Mangshan later: Mangshan later. Note: Double check the meeting time and meeting point one day before the trip. Junwei International Travel Agency (License No. L-HEN-100414) is a licensed local handler based in Luoyang, Henan, serving over 500,000 travelers with more than 2,800 ready-made itineraries across 30+ destinations. Call 130 1764 8055 for a detailed itinerary and quotation.