Overview
Paeonia 'Bartzella' is a bushy shrub in the genus Paeonia, part of the Paeoniaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Paeonia 'Bartzella' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and loamy soils and neutral and slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include garden borders and cut flowers.
About
A large-flowered hybrid tree peony with bright yellow, semi-double to double blooms and red flares at the base of the petals.
About the genus
The peony or paeony is any flowering plant in the genus Paeonia, the only genus in the family Paeoniaceae. Peonies are native to Asia, Europe, and Western North America. Scientists differ on the number of species that can be distinguished, ranging from 25 to 40, although the current consensus describes 33 known species.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Paeonia
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained, loamy
- Soil pH
- neutral, slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- south
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Paeonia 'Bartzella' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- garden borders, cut flowers
- Fragrance
- mild
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Paeonia 'Bartzella'
- Cultivation
- Plant in spring or autumn in well-drained soil with good organic matter. Avoid waterlogging. Mulch in winter to protect roots.
- Pruning
- Remove dead or damaged wood after flowering; cut back herbaceous stems in autumn.
- Propagation
- division, grafting
- Pest resistance
- Leaf and bud eelworm, Soil-dwelling swift moth larvae
- Disease resistance
- Virus, Honey fungus, Verticillium wilt, Peony leaf blotch, Peony wilt
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Paeonia 'Bartzella'?
Plant in spring or autumn in well-drained soil with good organic matter. Avoid waterlogging. Mulch in winter to protect roots.
Where is the best place to plant Paeonia 'Bartzella'?
Paeonia 'Bartzella' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Paeonia 'Bartzella' need?
Paeonia 'Bartzella' grows best in well-drained and loamy soil. It prefers neutral and slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Paeonia 'Bartzella'?
Remove dead or damaged wood after flowering; cut back herbaceous stems in autumn.
Is Paeonia 'Bartzella' hardy in the UK?
Paeonia 'Bartzella' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Paeonia 'Bartzella'?
Division, grafting.
More in the Paeonia genus
- Paeoniapeony
- Paeonia 'Archangel'peony 'Archangel'
- Paeonia 'Chalice'Peony
- Paeonia 'Early Bird'Peony
- Paeonia 'Good Cheer'Peony
- Paeonia 'Moonrise'peony 'Moonrise'
- Paeonia 'White Innocence'peony 'White Innocence'
- Paeonia (Gansu Group) 'Highdown' (S)
