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Paeonia officinalis ssp. microcarpa
Also Known As
- Paeonia officinalis subsp. humilis
- Dwarf Common Peony
- Humilis Peony
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 2'-3'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Paeonia officinalis ssp. microcarpa plant details
Paeonia officinalis ssp. microcarpa is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Paeonia officinalis ssp. microcarpa
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: paeoniaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 FT wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, cutting garden, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Paeonia officinalis ssp. microcarpa
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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How to Grow Paeonia officinalis ssp. microcarpa
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
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