Paeonia 'Yellow Crown' — herbaceous perennial

Overview

Paeonia 'Yellow Crown' is a herbaceous perennial in the genus Paeonia, part of the Paeoniaceae family. Paeonia 'Yellow Crown' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soils and neutral to slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, cut flowers and garden specimen.

About

Paeonia 'Yellow Crown' is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Paeonia, known for thriving in full sun or partial shade. This cultivar prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH and requires moist but well-drained conditions. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for borders, cut flowers, and as a garden specimen. 'Yellow Crown' is mildly fragrant and should be planted in autumn or early spring, avoiding deep planting, with winter mulching recommended. After flowering, the foliage should be cut back to ground level in autumn, and propagation is best achieved by division of root clumps in autumn.

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.

Wikipedia contributors, "Peony", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Peony

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Paeonia

Sunlight: full sun, partial shade
Soil type: well-drained, fertile
Soil pH: neutral to slightly acidic
Soil moisture: moist but well-drained
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Paeonia 'Yellow Crown' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: herbaceous perennial
Suggested uses: borders, cut flowers, garden specimen
Fragrance: mildly fragrant

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Paeonia 'Yellow Crown'

Cultivation: Plant in autumn or early spring; avoid deep planting; mulch in winter.
Pruning: Cut back foliage after flowering to ground level in autumn.
Propagation: division of root clumps in autumn

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Paeonia 'Yellow Crown'?

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

Where is the best place to plant Paeonia 'Yellow Crown'?

Paeonia 'Yellow Crown' prefers full sun and partial shade.

What soil does Paeonia 'Yellow Crown' need?

Paeonia 'Yellow Crown' grows best in well-drained and fertile soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.