Tibetan Peony

A rare version of the Chinese Tree Peony. Paeonia lutea is a stunning flowering shrub perfectly suited at the edge of a woodland or mixed in a border. Large scented yellow, slightly nodding, saucer shaped blooms appear in late Spring. The large attractive deeply divided leaves turn gold in Autumn. Tibetan Peony needs humus-rich well drained soil preferably in dappled shade. A very low maintenance, reliable and hardy woody specimen tolerant of most soil that is popular for brightening the edge of the garden.

Site: Sheltered from winds
Soil: Most moist well drained
Position: Part shade to full sun
Season of Interest: Yellow flowers in Spring
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 8ft (2.5m) Spread: 8ft (2.5m)