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Genus: Paeonia Species: tenuifolia Common Name: Fernleaf Peony Family: Paeoniaceae Order: Saxifragales Native: Southeastern Europe to Caucasus Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 1 to 2 feet Width: 0.75 to 1.5 feet Flowering Season: Spring Flower Color: Crimson with yellow filaments Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 4-8 Note: This plant is suitable for mass planting, perennial borders, edging, hedging and as a specimen. Fernleaf Peony should not be planted too deep, too shallow, or in shaded areas. Spent flowers should be removed after blooming. Monitor plant for Phytophthora and Botrytis blight. Ants are commonly seen on flower buds, but are not harmful. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moderately dry, well-drained, rich loamy soil.

Comments, Questions, Desire to Support: Contact Mo Fayyaz, Greenhouse/Garden Director, 608 262 2235.

File last updated: 2007.

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