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Paeonia anomala
Herbaceous peony
At‑a‑glance
- Group/Class: Herbaceous peony
- Height × spread: 24–36 in × 18–30 in (60–90 cm × 45–75 cm)
- Bloom window: late spring
- Color & flower form: magenta‑pink; single
- Fragrance: 1
- USDA hardiness: 3–7 (varies by climate)
- Origin: Northern Asia
- Pet safety: avoid
How it differs
- More shade‑tolerant than many herbaceous peonies.
- Earlier to bloom than the typical Chinese peony in cold climates.
- Leaves are finely divided but not thread‑like as in fernleaf peony.
- Often one main flower per stem.
Strengths
- Very cold‑hardy and dependable in northern gardens.
- Natural, informal look suits meadow edges and mixed borders.
- Tolerates light shade and ordinary garden soils.
Care in one minute
Site: full sun to light shade; cooler afternoon exposures are helpful in warm zones.
Soil: well‑drained loam; neutral to slightly alkaline pH.
Water: even spring moisture; reduce irrigation after bloom.
Feeding: light compost in early spring; avoid high‑nitrogen fertilizer.
Planting: set buds 1–2 in below soil; avoid deep mulch on the crown.
Maintenance: deadhead; cut foliage to the ground after frost; divide only if needed.
Watch‑outs
- Heat and high humidity can shorten bloom and foliage life.
- Requires good drainage; avoid standing water.
- Resents frequent division.
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Provenance note
Native from northeastern European Russia to Mongolia and long grown in cold‑climate gardens.
References
- Kew: Plants of the World Online: Paeonia anomala
- Iowa State University Extension: Growing Peonies
- ASPCA: Peony toxicity (Paeonia spp.)
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