Paeonia suffruticosa Lilac - Tree Peony
Paeonia suffruticosa Lilac - Tree Peony
Paeonia suffruticosa Lilac - Tree Peony
Paeonia suffruticosa Lilac
Tree Peony
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Description
Paeonia suffruticosa Lilac is a shrubby peony with solitary, semi-double, open cup-shaped flowers in a black-spotted lilac-pink colour, adorned with pale yellow stamens. These wide-cupped flowers measure 18 to 25 cm (7 to 10 in) in diameter and bloom from mid-May to mid-June, perched on erect stems. Some consider shrubby peonies as the epitome of refinement.
Growing fairly slowly, this very hardy shrub reaches a height of 1.5-2 m (5-7 ft). The deciduous leaves are composed of nine lanceolate (lance-shaped) leaflets, which are very smooth and initially brownish-green at bud burst before becoming tender green with a bluish reverse.
Originally from Eastern Asia, Paeonia suffruticosa is more delicate than herbaceous varieties; it prefers sheltered locations, especially from cold winds. It grows in partial shade but tolerates non-burning sunlight and thrives in rich, deep, humus-bearing, moist, acidic, and light soil. It does not tolerate limestone and grows poorly in heavy soils.
In the garden, Paeonia suffruticosa Lilac can be used individually against a wall or hedge or in a border, under tall trees, but always sheltered from winds and in well-ventilated and bright areas. Peonies can be paired with other perennials that bloom before or after them, such as grasses, roses, irises, or bellflowers.
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Botanical data
Paeonia
suffruticosa
Lilac
Ranunculaceae
Tree Peony
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
Place Paeonia suffruticosa Lilac mainly in partial shade. From September to May, except during freezing periods, plant it in a fertile and deep, humus-bearing, moist but well-drained soil to prevent the roots from rotting. Easy to care for, peonies require little maintenance. When planting, make a large hole of 40 to 50 cm (16 to 20 in) on each side and add potting soil, river sand, and peat. Do not plant the plants too close together to allow for good air circulation. Place the collar at ground level. Keep the soil moist throughout the growing season with regular watering. Peonies are known to be homebodies, so they should not be moved after planting. Avoid pruning unless the plant becomes sparse. If that is the case, cut back to the base shoots. Provide a support stake for the floral stems and remove faded flowers during the season.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.
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