Woodland Peony
COMMON NAME | Woodland Peony |
BOTANICAL NAME * | Paeonia obovata |
ZONE | 5 – 8 |
SIZE | 1-2 ft HT x 1-2 ft SP |
FOLIAGE | Herbaceous shrub. Should be cut back to the ground when foliage goes dormant or when afflicted by powdery mildew, whichever comes first. New growth emerges from the ground in the spring. |
FLOWER | White, red or purple flowers in May. |
FRUIT | Outstanding 3 part pods that split to reveal black seeds on red stalks. |
GROWING CONDITIONS | Prefers rich, fertile soil. Medium moisture. Part Shade. |
NOTES | Deer and Rabbit resistant. |
* A particular plant will have only 1 botanical name. Unfortunately, a particular plant may have several common names or it may share a common name with another plant. Whenever possible, use the botanical name.