Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Paeoniaceae

Genus:

Paeonia

Species:

Paeonia brownii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun

Bloom Colors:

Red

Native Range

United States: California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to open, rocky slopes and hillsides

Germination Information