Paeonia daurica subsp. mlokosewitschii
Caucasian peony or molly the witch
- 2 litre pot
- £29.99
- available to order from late spring
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- Standard £5.95
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: May
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Originating from the Caucasus and previously known as Paeonia mlokosewitschii, this fabulous Paeonia has bluish-green foliage and spectacular, bowl-shaped, single lemon-yellow flowers in May, with broad, oval petals and pale yellow stamens. These are 3 to 4-year-old plants.
Deadhead after flowering. In early spring apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser around the base of the plant and mulch with well-rotted compost or manure.
- Pets: Skin irritant