Paeonia 'Goddess of Mt. E Mei'
Goddess of Mt. E Mei Tree Peony
Description
Tree Peony is a woody deciduous shrub native to China. It has exceptionally large frost pink to white flowers bloom in mid spring. The flowersa are 6" to 12" in diameter. It is moderately slow growing that reaches 4'-6' in height in a 10 year period. Tree Peony requires well-drained loam soil with a ph range of 6.5 -7. Plant in part sun to allow flowers to bloom for longer periods (up to 2 weeks). In fall, clean up leaves to prevent overwintering of botrytis.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Pink, Multi-Colored
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
Brown
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Japanese, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Park, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cut Flowers
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.