Paeonia cathayana

Paeonia cathayana

Native to:
China

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Paeoniaceae
Genus:
Paeonia
Species:
Paeonia cathayana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Shrub , Shrub
Height:
80 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
pink, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Fragrant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months to break dormancy; germination may be slow and erratic.

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