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Paeonia 'Lotus-Like"

Lotus-Like Tree Peony

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Description

Tree Peony is a woody deciduous shrub native to China. It has exceptionally large pink flowers with yellow centers bloom in mid spring. The flowersa are 6" to 12" in diameter. It is moderately slow growing that reaches 4'-6' in height in a 10 year period. Tree Peony requires well-drained loam soil with a ph range of 6.5 -7. Plant in part sun to allow flowers to bloom for longer periods (up to 2 weeks). In fall, clean up leaves to prevent overwintering of botrytis.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.