Paeonia rockii
Rock's Peony
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Rock's Peony (Paeonia rockii) - Description
Rock's peony or Rock's tree peony (Paeonia rockii, also Paeonia suffruticosa subsp. rockii) is a woody species of peony that was named after Joseph Rock. It is one of several species given the vernacular name tree peony, and is native to the mountains of Gansu and adjoining provinces. In Chinese, it is known as "牡丹" (pinyin: mǔdān), and its flower is called "牡丹花" (pinyin: mǔdān huā). It became the unofficial national flower of China following a nationwide referendum in 1994.
Rock's Peony (Paeonia rockii) - Blooming
Large, bright flowers in a range of colors followed by pod-like fruits containing sometimes black or red seeds. Herbaceous Peonies bloom best when they have a sufficient winter chill. Although they can survive intense heat in the summer, the flowers will not last as long if temperatures get too hot.
Rock's Peony (Paeonia rockii) - Growth
Peonies are long lived plants that provide nice cut-flowers and are very suitable to be used as big perennial borders. They can withstand summer heat and winter chill rather successfully. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Larger species may need support.
Rock's Peony (Paeonia rockii) - Planting
All Peonies do best when planted in the fall. They can be planted as bare-root or from nursery containers.
Rock's Peony (Paeonia rockii) - Pest
Japanese beetle and nematodes. Paeonia is also vulnerible to wilt, tip blight, stem rot, leaf blotch, and ringspot virus.
Rock's Peony (Paeonia rockii) - Interesting facts
All parts of Paeonia can cause stomach upset if consumed.
Rock's Peony (Paeonia rockii) - Soil and irrigation
Grows best in deep, well-draining soil that is kept moist and rich.
