The tree peony's flowers perfectly encapsulate Victorian cottage charm.
The tree peony is a highly decorative deciduous shrub that thrives in most climates. It oozes charm and is often seen in cottage-style gardens.
These elegant, upright shrubs produce spectacular cupped blossoms in early summer in shades that included red, pink, yellow, and white, sometimes with a poppylike dark blotch at the base of the petals.
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The shrubs may grow to 7 feet tall and as wide but may be kept smaller by selective pruning.
Tree Peony Quick Facts:
Scientific Name: Paeonia suffruticosa
Scientific Name: Paeonia suffruticosa
Common Name: Tree peony
Type of Plant: Deciduous shrub
Growing Zones for Tree Peony: Hardy to zone 5
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