Paeonia 'Paula Fay' (peony 'Paula Fay') — Clump forming

Overview

Paeonia 'Paula Fay' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Paeonia, part of the Paeoniaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Paeonia 'Paula Fay' 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 'Paula Fay' is a herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Paeonia genus, known for its clump-forming habit and deciduous foliage. It typically grows to between 0.5 and 1 metre in height and spread, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This peony thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring sheltered positions with east, south, or west-facing aspects. It adapts well to a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a preference for moist but well-drained conditions across acid, alkaline, or neutral pH levels. Its season of interest spans spring and summer.

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 'Paula Fay' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: 0.5-1 metres
Time to full height: 2-5 years
Suggested uses: Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Paeonia 'Paula Fay'

Propagation: Division in autumn or early spring
Pest resistance: Generally pest-free
Disease resistance: Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Paeonia 'Paula Fay'?

Paeonia 'Paula Fay' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Paeonia 'Paula Fay' need?

Paeonia 'Paula Fay' 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.