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PAEONIA suffruticosa orange
Commonly known as Japanese tree paeony, Moutan
Tree Paeonies
£25.00 each
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
Brought into Japan in the 17th century -
Pests & Diseases
Eelworms, viruses, peony grey mould blight (peony wilt), honey fungus -
Place of origin
China -
DeciduousDark green leaves with elliptic leaflets, deeply cut into pointed lobes.
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Orange
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Bowl-shaped15-30cm (6-12in) across
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Cup-shaped15-30cm (6-12in) across
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Fully hardy
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright sparsely branched shrub
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-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
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2m (6½ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a large shrub borderCottage garden
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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.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Shelter from cold, drying winds
Partial shade
Paeonies - Care Guide
