Overview
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa' is a bushy deciduous shrub in the genus Paeonia, part of the Paeoniaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 2.0 m tall. Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, flower borders and beds and cut flowers. It is native to China.
About
Paeonia × suffruticosa is a group of tree peony cultivars that are the result of hybridization with peony species exclusively belonging to the subsection Vaginatae. The common name used in China is mǔdān or Moutan peony.
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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
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Full sun
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Deciduous shrub
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 2.0 m
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds, Cut flowers
- Native to
- China
- Fragrance
- Mild
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa'
- Propagation
- Grafting, semi-ripe cuttings
- 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
Where is the best place to plant Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa'?
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa' prefers full sun. It suits full sun positions.
What soil does Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa' need?
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa' grow?
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa' reaches a height of 2.0 m.
Is Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa' hardy in the UK?
Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Paeonia suffruticosa 'Fuso-tsukasa'?
Grafting, semi-ripe cuttings.
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)
