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Paeonia Suffruticosa Var. Papaveracea (Paeonia rockii)

Rock's Peony (Paeonia rockii) is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its large, striking flowers, often featuring distinctive dark blotches at the base of its petals.

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Sunlight

Full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Moderate watering, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun to partial shade.

Prefers morning sun.

Water

Moderate watering, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Reduce in fall.

Soil

Well-drained, fertile loam. Slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1.2-2 m

Spread

1-1.5 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

15-25 cm

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSaxifragales
  • familyPaeoniaceae
  • genusPaeonia
  • speciesPaeonia rockii
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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