Paeonia 'Pastel Splendor' — Bushy

Overview

Paeonia 'Pastel Splendor' is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Paeonia, part of the Paeoniaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Paeonia 'Pastel Splendor' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds.

About

Paeonia 'Pastel Splendor' is a bushy cultivar of the Paeonia genus, known for its deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is best suited to east, south, or west-facing aspects with sheltered exposure. This peony prefers moist but well-drained soils, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, and can tolerate acid, alkaline, or neutral pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is ideal for flower borders and beds. Propagation is typically done by division in autumn or early 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: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Sheltered
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

Paeonia 'Pastel Splendor' size, habit and characteristics

Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Paeonia 'Pastel Splendor'

Propagation: Division in autumn or early spring
Pest resistance: Generally pest-free
Disease resistance: Peony wilt, Verticillium wilt, Peony leaf blotch, Peony wilt

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Paeonia 'Pastel Splendor'?

Paeonia 'Pastel Splendor' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Paeonia 'Pastel Splendor' need?

Paeonia 'Pastel Splendor' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.