Chinese peony (Paeonia lactiflora)
Common Garden Peony (Paeonia lactiflora) is a herbaceous perennial. It produces large flowers in white, pink, red, or yellow. It needs full sun, well-drained soil, and co
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering
Moderate to High
Soil
Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.5-7.0).
Temperature
Cool to Temperate
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Low to Moderate
Care Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade
At least 6 hours of direct sunlight for best flowering.
Moderate to High
Consistent moisture, especially during dry spells.
Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.5-7.0).
Cool to Temperate
Requires a cold winter dormancy period for optimal blooming.
Outdoor
Low to Moderate
Apply a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer in early spring.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1 m
Spread
0.6-1 m
Growth Rate
Medium
Dormancy
Winter Dormant
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Type
Compound, Deeply Lobed
Flower Size
10-20 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderSaxifragales
- familyPaeoniaceae
- genusPaeonia
- speciesPaeonia lactiflora
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Edible
No
All parts of the peony plant, especially the bark and roots, contain paeonol and other compounds that are toxic if ingested, causing gastrointestinal upset in humans and pets.