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Paeonia tenuifolia
Herbaceous peony
At‑a‑glance
- Group/Class: Herbaceous peony
- Height × spread: 12–18 in × 12–24 in (30–45 cm × 30–60 cm)
- Bloom window: mid spring
- Color & flower form: deep red; single (doubles exist)
- Fragrance: 1
- USDA hardiness: 3–8
- Origin: Southeastern Europe
- Pet safety: avoid
How it differs
- Earlier to flower than most garden peonies.
- Much finer foliage than typical peonies.
- Short stature suits rock gardens and front borders.
- Can enter early dormancy in hot summers.
Strengths
- Distinctive texture even when not in bloom.
- Cold‑hardy and long‑lived with good drainage.
- Compact habit needs little staking.
Care in one minute
Site: full sun with open exposure.
Soil: sharply drained loam or sandy loam; neutral to slightly alkaline.
Water: moderate; keep evenly moist in spring, drier in summer.
Feeding: light compost in early spring.
Planting: set buds 1–2 in below soil; avoid mulching over the crown.
Maintenance: deadhead; cut foliage back after frost; divide only if necessary.
Watch‑outs
- Resents waterlogged or heavy soils.
- Dislikes frequent division or transplanting.
- Flowering can be brief in warm springs.
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Provenance note
Native to southeastern Europe and featured in botanic collections for its unique foliage.
References
- Missouri Botanical Garden: Paeonia tenuifolia
- ASPCA: Peony toxicity (Paeonia spp.)
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