TENUIFOLIA FERNLEAF PEONY
PAEONIA TENUIFOLIA
Paeonia tenuifolia
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TENUIFOLIA FERNLEAF PEONY
Paeonia tenuifolia, commonly known as the Fernleaf Peony, is one of the most unique and sought-after species for collectors, instantly recognizable by its exceptionally fine, thread-like foliage that resembles a delicate fern or even fennel. This early-season herbaceous perennial is among the first to bloom in the spring, producing single, cup-shaped flowers of a deep crimson-red with a prominent center of golden-yellow stamens. While the species itself is often noted for a light, sweet fragrance, it is primarily prized for the striking texture of its needle-like leaves, which provide a soft, airy appearance that contrasts beautifully with broader-leaved garden companions.
Growing to a compact height of 18 to 24 inches, Fernleaf Peony forms a tidy, rounded mound that is well-suited for the front of a border or even a rock garden. Gardeners should be aware that the Fernleaf Peony typically goes dormant early in the summer, especially in hot climates; its foliage may turn brown and die back long before the first frost, so it is best interplanted with later-blooming perennials that can fill the resulting gap in the landscape.
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KEY:
con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.
(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)
