Woodland Peony - Paeonia obovata from E.C. Brown's Nursery

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Paeonia obovata

Woodland Peony
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  • »  The very rare woodland peony, Paeonia obovata. Similar to Paeonia japonica, the stems of deer-resistant, grey-green foliage arise in late spring to 18. Topping the stems are marble-sized buds opening to lovely, single, dark rosy pink flowers in mid-May (NC). Paeonia obovata is a great textural foliage contrast to hostas and ferns in the woodland garden. In October, the attractive bright red seeds become visible as the pods burst open.

  • 3782 Route 113, Thetford Center, VT 05075