Paeonia lactiflora - Cultivation Notes
This classic flowering perennial flourishes in soil that is both well drained and fertile in full sun. Paeonia will tolerate well drained chalky soil as well as part shade. On planting dig in plenty of organic matter and mulch every few years. Support new growth and flowers in spring.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Paeonia lactiflora:
- Sun loving drought tolerant plant
- All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
- Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils
Design & Plant Use for Paeonia lactiflora:
- Summer flowering herbaceous plant suitable for border planting
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Common Missspellings: Peone, Paeoni, Peaone, Paonia, Peonia, Peaonia, Peaoni