Kao tree peony
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kao'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
Size4 to 6 feet tall3 to 5 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Red
Notes
'Kao' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kao') is a shrub for borders, specimen planting, and spring color. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun. Tree peonies are woody shrubs with large flowers. Kao has red to magenta-red blooms with golden stamens in early to late spring. It can reach 4 to 6 feet tall.
Pairs well with Saucer magnolia, Stargazer lily, and Baby's breath.