Tree Peonies

The Tree Peonies have started to bloom!  The flowers are huge and incredibly beautiful.  Tree Peonies originated in China, where at one time, only the Emperor was allowed to own one. One look at the blossoms and I can understand why!

Shimanishki Tree Peony

Tree Peonies aren't "trees."  They're a woody shrub.  Unlike garden peonies, these plants have hard, woody stems that don't dieback in the winter.

Tree Peonies are easy to grow, but take awhile to get established.  But, these plants have been known to live over 100 years!

Tree Peonies blossoms come in a wide range of colors, from white to dark purple. Here are a few of our favorites:

Yachiyotsubaki

Yaezakura on left and Godaishu on right

Kamatanishiki

Kinshi

Shimanishiki

Yachiyotsubaki - see how big the flower is!!

How to Grow

Tree Peonies do best in a sunny to partly shady site, in average, well-drained, evenly moist garden soil that has a neutral pH. Space plants 3-feet apart for a hedge. Tree Peonies rarely need pruning, except to maintain a desired shape and size or to remove damaged canes.

Oh, and one great feature.  The deer and rabbits don't eat Tree Peonies!  Hooray!

Learn more about Tree Peonies on our Web site at http://www.springvalleyroses.com/catalog/treepeonies.html