Coral Mu Shao Yao Peony 5 Seeds-Paeonia-Shade Perennial

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PEONY: Peony plants bear an attractive, glossy green foliage that reaches 2'-3' in height with a similar spread. But their popularity is due mainly to their flowers. Peony plants bloom in late spring or early summer. There are peony plants that are indigenous to China, Europe and the Western U.S.

The herbaceous Peony has been cultivated in home gardens for over 600 years. Considering the beauty of the flower and the longevity of the plants, it's no wonder they have long been a perennial favorite. Peony clumps may survive as long as 50 years, so it is advisable to prepare the site very thoroughly before planting. Once they have become established in the garden, they are reasonably free from maintenance and problems.

Violet-pink flowers about 10 cm (4") across, with white or pink filaments, bloom in May above grey-green leaves. Long known as P. corallina var. pubescens. Sometimes treated as P. russoi, and sometimes spelled "russii;" named for the Sicilian botanist Father Joachim Russo of the Dominican monastery at Monte Cassino. Native to the Mediterranean region, mostly islands from Spain to western Greece.

Light: Sun/partial shade.
Soil Condition: Moist/well drained.

Hardiness: Zones 5-9.

Proper name: Paeonia mascula.