Paeonia mascula
Wild Peony
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Wild Peony (Paeonia mascula) - Description
The Wild Peony (Paeonia mascula) also known as the Male or Balkan Peony and sometimes referred to by the synonym Paeonia corallina is a species of peony. A herbaceous perennial plant 0. 5–1. 5 metres tall, the Wild Peony has leaves which are divided into three segments and large red flowers in late spring and early summer. Native to China, Italy, Morocco, Spain, Greece, Turkey, Lebanon and Israel this wild peony has become naturalised on two small islands in the UK.
Wild Peony (Paeonia mascula) - 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.
Wild Peony (Paeonia mascula) - 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.
Wild Peony (Paeonia mascula) - Planting
All Peonies do best when planted in the fall. They can be planted as bare-root or from nursery containers.
Wild Peony (Paeonia mascula) - Pest
Japanese beetle and nematodes. Paeonia is also vulnerible to wilt, tip blight, stem rot, leaf blotch, and ringspot virus.
Wild Peony (Paeonia mascula) - Interesting facts
All parts of Paeonia can cause stomach upset if consumed.
Wild Peony (Paeonia mascula) - Soil and irrigation
Grows best in deep, well-draining soil that is kept moist and rich.
