Paeonia 'Lotus-Like"

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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.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

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:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.