Paeonia lutea var. ludlowii
Tibetan Wild Peony |
USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Plant number: 1.407.730
A rare Chinese form of tree peony, seldom offered. This forms a large woody shrub in time, with interesting tan-coloured stems. Large saucer-shaped blooms appear in late spring, in a beautiful clear yellow with deeper golden stamens. Foliage develops good golden-yellow autumn colour with contrasting pink leaf stems. Avoid doing any pruning except to remove dead branches. Shrubby peonies cannot be divided. Sometimes listed as P. delavayi var. ludlowii or as P. ludlowii.
Further details for
Paeonia lutea var. ludlowii
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Average or Moist
Care Level Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Yellow
Blooming Time Early Summer Late Spring
Foliage Color Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Border Cut Flower Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant Specimen Woodland
Flower Head Size Large
Height 120-240 cm 47-94 inches
Spread 90-150 cm 35-59 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Slow
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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