Peony Tree 'Sugared Silk'

Family:  Paeoniaceae
Light:  Full sun-part shade
Height:  4-5'
Blooms:  Very fragrant, very showy, huge, 8" across, single, pure white, silk-like  petals, with golden stamens, late Spring
Foliage:  Deciduous, green
Soil:  Well-drained, rich, mildly acidic
Water:  Regular, keep dry between watering
Uses:  Specimen, shrub, small tree, landscape
Propagation:  In Fall

Comments:  Peony Tree 'Sugared Silk'  is a hardy, small shrub with a vigorous growth habit.  It has a woody stem.  In late Spring or early Summer, Peony Sugared Silk Tree produces very showy, extremely fragrant, huge pure white single blossoms with striking golden stamens.  When the plant is about 3 years old, Florists would be delighted to start taking cut flowers.    Plant Tree Peony about 6" deep from the level of the graft bud down in a permanent location.  Peony Sugared Silk Tree is an early bloomer. It performs best in full sun with some light shade in Summer.  Water well on hot days at the base to prevent fungal infection.  Keep plants dry between each watering.  Mulch to preserve moisture.   Peony Tree 'Sugared Silk' is low maintenance.  After it has established itself for a few years, it will reward you with many years of enjoyment.  Provide plenty of room for it to grow with no competition from other plants. Prune lightly for shape.  Use Peony Sugared Silk Tree as specimen tree for smaller garden.  It adds dazzle and fragrance to the Summer landscape.

USDA Zones:  5-8