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Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kamata Nishiki'

Also Known As

  • Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kamada-nishiki'
  • Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kamatanishiki'
  • Kamada Nishiki Tree Peony
  • Kamata Nishiki Tree Peony

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kamata Nishiki' plant details

Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kamata Nishiki' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kamata Nishiki'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: paeoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: hedge, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kamata Nishiki'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The name translated means "Kamata Tapestries" and you will wonder if the beautiful flowers on this plant are real, or made of wisteria-blue silk! The flower is double, with rich purple-blue shading delicately lighter at the edges.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Double lavender-purple flowers spring. Own root

Gardening facts about Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kamata Nishiki' plant

How to Grow Paeonia suffruticosa 'Kamata Nishiki'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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