Overview

Paeonia 'Magical Mystery Tour' is a herbaceous perennial in the genus Paeonia, part of the Paeoniaceae family. Paeonia 'Magical Mystery Tour' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soil soils and neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include border, cut flower and garden specimen.

About

A herbaceous peony cultivar with large, semi-double to double, soft pink flowers with a hint of coral, blooming in late spring.

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, fertile soil

Soil pH

neutral to slightly alkaline

Soil moisture

moist, well-drained

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Paeonia 'Magical Mystery Tour' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

herbaceous perennial

Suggested uses

border, cut flower, garden specimen

Fragrance

mildly fragrant

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Paeonia 'Magical Mystery Tour'

Cultivation

Plant in autumn or early spring; avoid deep planting; mulch in winter.

Pruning

Cut back foliage after it yellows in autumn.

Propagation

division of root clumps in autumn

Frequently asked questions

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