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Japanese Tree Peony

Paeonia Suffruticosa

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Overview

The Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia suffruticosa) is a deciduous shrub, revered for its large, extravagant blooms that can reach up to 10 inches. It thrives in USDA zones 4-8, prefers well-drained soil, and full sun to part shade. Maturing to about 4-5 feet tall and wide, it adds vertical interest. Plant in spring or fall, and ensure proper spacing for adequate air circulation. A stunning focal point in any garden design.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 4–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — red and white flowers in the garden; a focal point of the plant

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Paeoniaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — with a slight preference for neutral to slightly alkaline conditions
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — Its foliage is dark green and deeply lobed; with a slight preference for neutral to slightly alkaline conditions
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — It should be planted in a location that offers full sun to partial shade; offering a lush backdrop for, image 113
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — perennial with red and white blooms; the blooms will be more prolific and vibrant.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 4
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — the Japanese Tree Peony requires well-draining soil rich in organic matter; perennial with red and, image 111
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — The Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia suffruticosa) is a deciduous shrub; maturing to about 4-5 feet tall and wide, it
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — These flowers are often richly colored in hues of pink, image 109
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — extravagant blooms that can reach up to 10 inches; providing a stately presence in a garden setting
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — It should be planted in a location that offers full sun to partial shade; offering a lush backdrop for, image 82
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — A stunning focal point in any garden design; is a prized specimen in landscape design, image 68
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — scientifically termed Paeonia suffruticosa; can span an impressive 6 to 12 inches in diameter
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — offering a lush backdrop for the extravagant flowers that emerge in late spring.<br><br>The blossoms
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — offering a lush backdrop for the extravagant flowers that emerge in late spring.<br><br>The blossoms; regular
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — a focal point of the plant; extravagant blooms that can reach up to 10 inches, image 76
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — Regular pruning to remove dead or weak stems will encourage healthier growth and more robust flowering cycles
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — offering a lush backdrop for the extravagant flowers that emerge in late spring.<br><br>The blossoms, image 106
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — The Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia suffruticosa) is a deciduous shrub; maturing to about 4-5 feet tall, image 94
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — The Japanese Tree Peony is not only visually striking but also has the added benefit of being deer, image 89
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — Plant in spring or fall, and ensure proper spacing for adequate air circulation; the Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — A stunning focal point in any garden design; is a prized specimen in landscape design
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — This deciduous shrub typically reaches a mature height of 4 to 7 feet; plant in spring or fall, and, image 72
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — the blooms will be more prolific and vibrant.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 4 through 8
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — the Japanese Tree Peony requires well-draining soil rich in organic matter; perennial with red and, image 80
Japanese Tree Peony (Paeonia Suffruticosa) — Maturing to about 4-5 feet tall and wide, it adds vertical interest; which can damage the branches and, image 97
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