Violacea purpurea tree peony
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Violacea purpurea'
APS Registry
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Bloom color
- Purple or carmine-pink, violet veining
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Violacea purpurea' tree peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Violacea purpurea') is a shrub for borders, cut flowers, and perennial beds. 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 purple or carmine-pink with violet veining, and they make a fine show in a vase. Mathieu bred it.
Pairs well with Minuteman hosta, Carnaval De Nice tulip, and Incrediball hydrangea.