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Peony, Herbaceous & Tree

Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)

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Overview

Peonies, with their sumptuous blooms and vibrant hues, come in two main forms: Herbaceous (Paeonia lactiflora), dying back each winter, and Tree Peonies (Paeonia suffruticosa), woody shrubs that retain structure year-round. Herbaceous types reach 2-3 feet tall and wide, while Tree Peonies can grow up to 4-5 feet tall and wide. Both prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained soil, offering a showy display from late spring to early summer.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–8Type Perennial
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — multi-colored flowers in the garden
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — woody shrubs that retain structure year-roundPeony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — with their sumptuous blooms and vibrant hues; woody shrubs that retain structure year-roundPeony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — Herbaceous types reach 2-3 feet tall and wide, while Tree Peonies can grow up to 4-5 feet tall and widePeony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — and Tree Peonies (Paeonia suffruticosa)Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — Peonies thrive in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8 and prefer fertilePeony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade+20

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Ranunculaceae

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Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — multi-colored flowers in the garden
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — woody shrubs that retain structure year-round
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — with their sumptuous blooms and vibrant hues; woody shrubs that retain structure year-round
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — Herbaceous types reach 2-3 feet tall and wide, while Tree Peonies can grow up to 4-5 feet tall and wide
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — and Tree Peonies (Paeonia suffruticosa)
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — Peonies thrive in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8 and prefer fertile
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — similar in variety and color
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — They generally reach a height of 4 to 7 feet and a similar spread
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — Blossoms range from single to double forms in colors spanning white, pink, red, and yellow
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — represents two distinctive types: herbaceous peonies and tree peonies
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — perennial for full or half or shade
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — are woody shrubs that retain their structure year-round
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — offering a showy display from late spring to early summer
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — perennial with multi-colored blooms
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — opulent blooms and lush foliage
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — offering a legacy of beauty in a residential garden
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — and Tree Peonies (Paeonia suffruticosa); similar in variety and color
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — come in two main forms: Herbaceous (Paeonia lactiflora)
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — They prefer a sunny location with some shelter from strong winds
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — typically growing to a height of 2 to 3 feet and spreading out up to 2 to 3 feet wide
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — woody shrubs that retain structure year-round; come in two main forms: Herbaceous (Paeonia lactiflora)
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — come in two main forms: Herbaceous (Paeonia lactiflora); they feature a bushy habit
Peony, Herbaceous & Tree (Paeonia Cv. (Assorted)) — with its botanical name Paeonia cv.
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