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Paeonia delavayi Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Cultivation Notes: An easily grown and undemanding plant[250], it prefers a deep rich soil, preferably neutral or slightly alkaline[1], doing quite well in sun or light shade[1]. Prefers a limy soil and a sheltered position[200]. Grows well in heavy clay soils and on chalk[184].Plants are tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions, but will not survive if the soil becomes waterlogged or is too dry[250]. Plants grown on sandy soils tend to produce more leaves and less flowers, whilst those growing on clay take longer to become established but produce better blooms[250]. Hardy to about -20°c[184], plants do better in the north of Britain than they do in the south and are generally best if given an open northerly aspect[11]. A very ornamental and long-lived plant[1], it grows rapidly and prodces lots of lateral shoots[250]. It grows best in areas with long hot summers[1] and requires an airy position because it is very subject to fungal attack[11]. Plants in this genus are notably susceptible to honey fungus[200]. This species comes into growth early in the year but unlike P. suffruticosa it does not seem to be subject to damage by late frosts[11]. It is probably best still given a position sheltered from the early morning sun. The branches are brittle and very subject to wind damage, especially when young[200]. This species is cosely related to P. lutea[11]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer or rabbits[233]. A very greedy plant inhibiting the growth of nearby plants, especially legumes. The plant does not really need much pruning apart from removing dead or diseased stems. It is, however, very tolerant of pruning and can be cut right back to ground level if it requires rejuvenation[200]. Strongly resents root disturbance, taking some time to recover after being divided[1]. Peony species are usually self-fertile, though they will also hybridise with other species if these flower nearby at the same time[250]. This species will often self-ow freely when well sited[250]. Plants take 4 - 5 years to flower from seed[200]. They generally breed true from seed[1]. Cultivated in China as a medicinal plant[214]. For further Paeonia delavayi gardening information |
