PAEONIA suffruticosa pink-white
PAEONIA suffruticosa pink-white
Commonly known as Japanese tree paeony, moutan
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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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 -
Deciduous
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pale pink to white -
Bowl-shaped
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Double
Multi rows of petals, no stamen showing -
Border
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Cottage garden
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Height
2 metres -
Spread
2 metres -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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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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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Tolerates all
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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 -
Mature Size2 metres
2 metres
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Paeonies - Care Guide