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Paeonia veitchii (1 Page of 5) The Paeonia veitchii plant species is found in E. Asia - N.W. China. It is a member of the Paeoniaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Paeonia veitchii Family: Paeoniaceae Author: Lynch. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 0.75 Mature Width: 0.75 Habitat: Sub-alpine meadows and scrub, also on mountain steppe, 2500 - 3500 metres[187].
Cultivation Notes: An easily grown plant, it does best in a deep rich soil, preferably neutral or slightly alkaline[1], doing quite well in sun or light shade[1, 200], and seeming to prefer part shade[233]. Plants are tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions, but will not survive if the soil becomes waterlogged or is too dry[250]. This species is lime tolerant[200]. 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].
Plants are hardy to about -25°c[187].
A very ornamental[1] and long-lived plant, lasting 50 years or more in the garden[200].
This species is closely related to P. anomlala, differing mainly in having several flowers to a stem[250].
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[54].
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].
Plants take 4 - 5 years to flower from seed[200]. They generally breed true from seed[1].
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