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Tree Peony Juan Ye Hong's fragrant blooms add vibrant splashes of color to the spring and early summer garden. Layers of ruffled cerise petals surround a central boss of golden stamens in their sumptuous blooms. 150cm tall and spread (5). Few shrubs can compete with the opulence of tree peonies. Despite their high price, these are true garden showpieces whose beauty will leave you speechless. Although they appear to be divas, they are not difficult to grow if the following conditions are met: a sheltered spot in full sun (or light shade); and fertile, free-draining soil. Tree peonies are fully hardy, resistant to pests and diseases, and do not require routine pruning. They also last a lifetime, producing abundant, dinner-plate sized, lightly fragrant blooms in late spring and early summer for decades. Their flowers are borne on a sturdy framework of upright, woody stems clothed in deep green, divided leaves. Plant height and spread are seasonal. Therefore, we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.