[2] The exposition was held at the Qipanshan Mountain International Scenery and Tourism Development Zone, a recreation resort east of Shenyang, and extended from May 1 to October 31, 2006.

[3] Organizers said the exposition was "the only international horticultural garden in the forest.

"[4] The exposition comprised four major structures, three landscape zones, and 100 smaller gardens.

[4] The structures included the 72-metre sculpture "Wing of Phoenix", a Rose Garden greenhouse of 3,300 roses, the 125-metre "Tower of Lily", and the main exhibition hall with 12,000 square metres of space.

[5] Security was provided by the Armed Police Liaoning Contingent.