Peony

Scientific Name: Paeonia (genus)

Plant Family: Paeoniaceae

Native Region: Peonies are native to Asia, Southern Europe, and Western North America. The specific species depicted cannot be definitively determined from young foliage alone, but many common garden peonies are native to China, Siberia, and Mongolia.

Peony

Brief Description

The image shows young, newly emergent leaves of a Peony plant. These emergent leaves often display a reddish or purplish tint, which gradually transitions to green as they mature and unfurl. The leaves are compound, typically deeply lobed or divided, and have a somewhat leathery texture.

Care Instructions

Peonies are relatively low-maintenance plants. They prefer full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Plant in the fall, ensuring the 'eyes' (growth buds) are no more than 1-2 inches below the soil surface. Water regularly during dry periods, especially in their first year. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage plant vigor, but allow foliage to remain until it yellows in the fall to store energy for the next season. Peonies don't typically need frequent division and can thrive in the same spot for many years.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2025-09-04T00:15:37.998014