Paeonia peregrina
Paeonia
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Paeonia (Paeonia peregrina) - Description
Paeonia peregrina is a species of flowering plant in the peony family Paeoniaceae, native to Southeastern Europe and Turkey. It is an erect, herbaceous perennial with 9-lobed, deeply divided leaves. Single, glossy red flowers, 10–13 cm (4–5 in) in diameter, with prominent yellow stamens, are borne in spring (May in the Northern Hemisphere). The cultivar 'Otto Froebel' has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Paeonia (Paeonia peregrina) - Blooming
Large, bright flowers in a range of colors followed by pod-like fruits containing sometimes black or red seeds. Herbaceous Peonies bloom best when they have a sufficient winter chill. Although they can survive intense heat in the summer, the flowers will not last as long if temperatures get too hot.
Paeonia (Paeonia peregrina) - Growth
Peonies are long lived plants that provide nice cut-flowers and are very suitable to be used as big perennial borders. They can withstand summer heat and winter chill rather successfully. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Larger species may need support.
Paeonia (Paeonia peregrina) - Planting
All Peonies do best when planted in the fall. They can be planted as bare-root or from nursery containers.
Paeonia (Paeonia peregrina) - Pest
Japanese beetle and nematodes. Paeonia is also vulnerible to wilt, tip blight, stem rot, leaf blotch, and ringspot virus.
Paeonia (Paeonia peregrina) - Interesting facts
All parts of Paeonia can cause stomach upset if consumed.
Paeonia (Paeonia peregrina) - Soil and irrigation
Grows best in deep, well-draining soil that is kept moist and rich.
