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Paeonia 'Goddess of Mt. E Mei'

Goddess of Mt. E Mei Tree Peony

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Description

Tree Peony is a woody deciduous shrub native to China. It has exceptionally large frost pink to white flowers 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, Multi-Colored

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Park, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cut Flowers

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).