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Common Names
Peony Hybrid
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Botanic Name
Genus: Paeonia
Species: lactiflora
Variety: hybrids
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Type: Annual/Perennial
Family: PAEONIACEAE
Origins: Himilayas
Light: Full Sun to Part Shade
Wind: Sheltered
Growth: Medium
Frost: Hardy
Evergreen: No
Native: No
Height: 1m
Width: 0.5m
Position
Border
Feature
Shrubbery
RETAIL Availability
Easy to find
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Flower Colour
Assorted
Pink
White
Yellow
Flowering Time
(Southern Hemisphere)
September
October
November
Climate Zone
Zone: 7
Zone: 8
Zone: 9
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Overview
Most paeonia hybrids are from P. lactiflora that feature striking foliage that is red tinged when it appears in spring.
The flowers of the various hybrids are splendid double and full, often with rich colours, though some can be quite delicate as well.
They are long lasting, woody rooted perennials that need a cold winter to achieve full dormancy so locations warmer than zone 9 are not feasible.
A superb border plant that rewards with lush blooms in spring and early summer while providing interesting foliage for the rest of the season.
Soil: Soils should be fertile, moist and rich in organic matter.
Maintenance: The ground should be kept tilled. Ample watering during flowering is required and a spring application of complete fertiliser and organic mulch.
Diseases: Botrytis may affect stems, leaves and flowers.
Other Species: Many named varieties are available.
Comments: Probably extinct in the wild.
Author: Bob Saunders.
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Here we list businesses who usually sell this plant.
Online Retailers
Gardenarium
Based in South Australia, specialising in mainstream, rare and unusual perennial plants along with roses and ornamental trees.
Delivery to: ACT,NSW,NT,QLD,SA,VIC,WA
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White House Nursery
A boutique, rare plant nursery, in Fern Hill, Victoria specialising in rare plants, climbers and bulbs.
Delivery to: ACT,NSW,QLD,SA,VIC
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Woodbridge Nursery
Woodbridge Nursery offers a large collection of perennial plants for the home gardener, plant collector and landscaper.
Delivery to: ACT,NSW,QLD,SA,TAS,VIC
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Local Retailers
SA |
Mount Gambier:
Gardenarium |
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VIC |
Ashbourne:
White House Nursery |
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Vic |
Jindivick:
Muskers at Broughton Hall Rare Plant Nursery |
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