Paeonia
( pee - OH - nee - uh )
At-A-Glance InformationCommonly called Peony, this genus of flowering perennials and deciduous shrubs grows beautiful flowers that are often used in fresh arrangements. They need afternoon shade in areas that are warm, and regular water. Most garden Peonies are hybrids, and are long-lived plants of impressive size and looks.
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Paeonia Species and Varietals
The following Peony species are divided into categories, depending on their individual characteristics. The best growing zones for Peony vary depending on the species. For more information, see the descriptions below. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.
Herbaceous Peonies
This group of perennials grow well in zones A1-A3, 1-11 and 14-20. Clumps of foliage reach 2-4 feet tall and wide, and leaves are dark green and glossy. Flowers bloom in spring and early summer and range in color from pink and white to dark red. Some species are wonderfully fragrant, others do not have a scent. They can be single, semidouble or double. They bloom well where they get a cold shock, but summer heat is not an issue. Divide to increase stock; but only do so infrequently as they do not like to be disturbed. Transplants may take one or two years before they begin putting out blooms.
This group of perennials grow well in zones A1-A3, 1-11 and 14-20. Clumps of foliage reach 2-4 feet tall and wide, and leaves are dark green and glossy. Flowers bloom in spring and early summer and range in color from pink and white to dark red. Some species are wonderfully fragrant, others do not have a scent. They can be single, semidouble or double. They bloom well where they get a cold shock, but summer heat is not an issue. Divide to increase stock; but only do so infrequently as they do not like to be disturbed. Transplants may take one or two years before they begin putting out blooms.
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