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PAEONIA mlokosewitschii
Commonly known as Caucasian paeony, Molly the witch

Herbaceous Paeonies
Single lemon-yellow flowers with pale yellow stamens
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
P. daurica subsp. mlokosewitschii. Aka Molly-the-witch -
Pests & Diseases
Swift moth larvae, eelworms, viruses, paeony wilt, honey fungus. -
Place of origin
The Caucasus -
Yellow
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Bowl-shaped10-12cm (4-5in) across with broad, oval petals and yellow stamens
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Fully hardy
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Height
65-90cm (26-36in) -
Spread
65-90cm (26-36in) -
HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Erect perennial. Each leaf divided into 9, sometimes red-margined, leaflets.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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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 -
Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size65-90cm (26-36in)
65-90cm (26-36in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
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