Paeonia lactiflora ‘Edulis Superba’

Blooming Time

May
June

Exposure

True
Full Sun
True
Light Shade

Tried and true, `Edulis Superba’ has been a favorite for over 100 years with large, highly perfumed, rose-pink blossoms that bloom in high numbers against glossy dark green foliage. These prized blossoms are made up of layers and layers of frilled bright pink petals held atop arching green stems, making them excellent for cut flowers. Peonies are versatile and can be used as specimens or dwarf hedge and can also be used in borders or cutting gardens.

Details

Hardiness Zone:

3

Blossom Color:

Rose to Pink

Growth Habit:

Shrubby

Max Height:

3'

Texture:

Medium Texture

Recommended Spacing:

3' to 4'

We sell this plant in these containers:

#2 Pot
#2 Pot

Special Characteristics

True
Cuttings
True
Seasonal Effect
True
Moderate Area
True
Bees
True
Large Area
True
Deer Resistant

Features

Large, highly perfumed, rose-pink blossoms that bloom in high numbers against glossy dark green foliage.

Landscape Value

Peonies are versatile and can be used as specimens or dwarf hedge and can also be used in borders or cutting gardens.

Care

Watering:

`Edulis Superba' Garden Peony is moderately drought tolerant but benefits from occasional watering, to maintain soil in a moist but not wet condition, during the summer months.

Fertilizing:

`Edulis Superba' Garden Peony needs little fertilizer, but benefits from a single springtime or fall topdressing (about 1 inch deep) of organic compost or well rotted leaves. Alternatively, a springtime application of a slow release fertilizer with a 3-1-2 ratio (such as a 15-5-10) can be applied at a rate of about 10 pounds per 1000 square feet.

Pruning:

`Edulis Superba' Garden Peony should be pruned while dormant during late fall or winter.

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