Hong-Xian-Nu tree peony
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Hong-Xian-Nu'
APS Registry
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Habit
- Upright spreading
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Hong-Xian-Nu' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Hong-Xian-Nu') is a shrub for borders, perennial beds, and cut flowers. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. It blooms early, in early to mid spring, with double pink flowers. The upright blooms have a red line on the inner petals and suit cutting. The plant has an upright, spreading habit and forms few suckers.
Pairs well with Catmint, Carnaval De Nice tulip, and Cinnamon fern.