Tree peonies, are the taller, tree-like relatives of the much loved herbaceous peony famed for its brilliant spring blooms. Tree peonies should be thought of as small shrubs, growing up to 6 feet tall and wide, making this a decorative plant that is suitable for the back of the garden border. You may already know , but why not add a tree species to your collection this year? While not as common as standard herbaceous species, tree peonies are prized for their large flowers, that can measure up to 10 inches in diameter, blooming in a range of colors including pink, white and yellow.
What's more, with such large, colorful and fragrant blooms, several varieties of tree peony are popular , often seen humming with bees, butterflies and birds in the spring and summer months. Here, we share expert tips and advice from peony experts on how to grow tree peonies in your yard. Tree peonies are in the same plant family as compact herbaceous peonies, but there are some differences to be aware of when comparing the two.
For example, many gardeners will know that herbaceous , with buds often seen loaded with ants at the time of blooming. However, unlike herbaceous peonies, the flower buds of tree peonies do not produce the sweet sap that attracts ants. 'Tree peonies are so named for their woody stems, appearing shrub-like when compared to the common herbaceous peony,' says , peony expert and Retail Manager at Adelman Peony Gardens, Oregon.
'They are generally slow growing,' Kady adds, 'even.