Paeonia suffruticosa - Enchanting Tree Peony

Potted Paeonia suffruticosa
Common Name: Tree Peony
Other names: Moutan, Mudan
Indoors or Outdoor: Outdoor
Size: Varies, typically grows up to 1-2 meters in height

Paeonia suffruticosa - Delivery

Delivery info: This product is delivered as a healthy, potted plant ready to be transplanted into your outdoor garden space.

Paeonia suffruticosa - Characteristics

Mature Size: Can reach up to 1-2 meters in height and spread
Evergreen or deciduous: Deciduous
Preferred position: Full sun to partial shade
Shape - Plant Characteristics: Bushy, spreading habit
Hardy or not Hardy: Hardy
Diseases: Generally resistant to major diseases, but susceptible to powdery mildew in humid conditions

Paeonia suffruticosa - Uses

Uses in Garden: Adds a touch of elegance and color to garden borders, mixed beds, or as a standalone specimen plant.

Paeonia suffruticosa - Characteristics

Preferred planting aspect: Full sun to partial shade
Is it Frost Hardy: Yes, it is frost hardy
Fast or slow Growing?: Moderate growth rate
Pruning advice: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged wood

Paeonia suffruticosa - Planting Instructions in an Irish climate

Planting Time: Best planted in autumn or early spring
Trench Preparation: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and of equal depth. Amend soil with organic matter if necessary.
Positioning of Plants: Plant with the crown at or slightly above soil level.
Plant Spacing: Space plants 1-1.5 meters apart to allow for adequate spread.
Pruning: Remove any dead or damaged wood, and lightly shape the plant after flowering.

Facts About Products:

Tree peonies, like Paeonia suffruticosa, are prized for their large, showy flowers that bloom in spring.
They are long-lived plants that can thrive for decades in the right conditions.
These peonies are native to China and have been cultivated for centuries for their beauty and symbolism.