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PAEONIA lutea
Commonly known as Tree paeony
Tree Paeonies
(delavayi var. delavayi f. lutea) - single yellow tree paeony
£20.00 each
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Pests & Diseases
Eelworms, viruses, peony grey mould blight (peony wilt). honey fungus. -
Place of origin
Southeastern Tibet. -
DeciduousBright-green leaves each with 9 leaflets, deeply cut into pointed lobes.
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Yellow
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Cup-shapedTo 12cm (5in) across.
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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BorderSuitable for a large shrub border
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Fully hardy
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Lobed
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Height
2.5m (8ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightVigorous, upright, sparsely branched shrub with horizontal to nodding flowers.
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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.
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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) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich. Shelter from cold, drying winds.
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents -
skin irritant
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs and cats
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2.5m (8ft)
2.5m (8ft)
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