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PAEONIA delavayi
Commonly known as Tree paeony
Tree Paeonies
Tree paeony with single deep crimson red flowers
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Deciduous2-pinnate, dark-green leaves, the leaflets deeply cut into pointed lobes.
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RedCrimson red
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Height2m (6½ft)
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Spread1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright, sparsely branched shrub. Horizontal to nodding flowers have conspicuous leafy bracts beneath
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Full sunShelter from cold, drying winds
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Partial shade
PAEONIA delavayi
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesEelworms, viruses, peony grey mould blight (peony wilt), honey fungus.Place of originChina.
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Flower ShapeSaucer-shaped5-6cm (2-2½in) across.SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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HardinessFully hardy
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsAlkaline / Chalk lovingFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Toxic - Category CSkin irritant(May be a skin irritant to pets)
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Paeonies - Care Guide
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