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PAEONIA ludlowii
Commonly known as Tree paeony
Tree Paeonies
(lutea var ludowii) - single yellow tree paeony
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Deciduous - bright-green leaves each with 9 leaflets, deeply cut into pointed lobes.
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Yellow -
Height - 2.5m (8ft) -
Spread - 2.5m (8ft)
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Medium shrub - Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height - vigorous, upright, sparsely branched shrub with horizontal to nodding flowers.
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Hardy - cold winter - Hardy 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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Partial shade -
Harmful if eaten - These will give you an upset tummy, so please don't eat any of these. -
Additional Features - Pests & Diseases - - eelworms, viruses, peony grey mould blight (peony wilt). honey fungus. -
Place of origin - southeastern Tibet. -
Flower Shape - Cup-shaped - - to 12cm (5in) across.
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Single - Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Hardiness - Fully hardy -
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Pruning group - Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
RHS group 1 -
Seasonal Interest - Summer -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil - - humus-rich. Shelter from cold, drying winds.
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Wildlife - Bee friendly - -
Rabbit Resistant
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Paeonies - Care Guide
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
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