Kuro-botan tree peony
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kuro-botan'
APS Registry
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Crimson - purple
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Kuro-botan' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kuro-botan') is a shrub for borders 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. The blooms are crimson purple and make a bold show in the garden. You can cut them to bring indoors. Plant it where you can enjoy the flowers up close.
Pairs well with May Night salvia, Blue fescue, Korean spice viburnum, and Carnaval De Nice tulip.