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GOLDEN CROWN TREE PEONY
Paeonia suffruticosa
'Huang Guan'
AKA: Huang Guan Tree Peony / Oukan Tree Peony
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Hardiness Zone: 4-9 · Mature Height: 4-5 Feet · Mature Spread: 2-3 Feet
Meet Golden Crown Tree Peony, the regal tree peony that effortlessly commands attention. With enormous semi-double flowers reaching up to 8 inches across, each bloom dazzles in buttery-yellow tones edged with subtle red flares at the petal base. The slight lemon fragrance adds a whisper of elegance, inviting you to lean in and admire the rich detail of each petal.
This cultivar rises upright, offering bold structure and refined grace in one package. Unlike many yellow-peony hybrids that nod under their own weight, Golden Crown Tree Peony holds its blossoms upright on strong stems–making it ideal for both garden drama and cut-flower arrangements. Blooming mid-to‐late season, it stretches your peony show into the heart of spring.
Rated to be cold hardy from zones 4-9, this tree peony brings prestige and performance. It's more than a shrub—it's a statement piece, a collector's gem that adds sunny exuberance and refined form to any garden. Whether planted alone as a focal point or paired for dramatic contrast, Golden Crown Tree Peony offers timeless charm and bold presence.
GOLDEN CROWN TREE PEONY Plant Characteristics
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GOLDEN CROWN TREE PEONY Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
- Recommended Soil:
- Rich, well-draining loam enriched with organic matter.
- Slightly acidic to neutral pH (~6.0-7.0).
- Avoid poorly drained or standing-water spots.
- Sun Exposure:
- Prefers full sun (6-8 hours) to maximize color and bloom size.
- Light afternoon shade acceptable in hot, intense climates.
- Irrigation Needs:
- Keep soil evenly moist during the growing/blooming season.
- After establishment, moderate watering—allow top soil to dry slightly between deep waterings.
- Mulch to retain moisture and protect roots from extremes.
- Feeding & Nutrients:
- Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth begins.
- Top-dress annually with well-rotted compost or organic matter
- Avoid excessive high-nitrogen feed late season, which may reduce flower quality.
- Pruning & Maintenance:
- Do not cut back to ground each year — this is a woody shrub and keeps its stems.
- In late winter or very early spring, remove dead or weak wood before buds swell.
- After flowering, dead-head spent blooms for tidiness, but leave healthy foliage until it yellows naturally.
- Support bloom-heavy stems if necessary in windy or exposed spots.
Family: Paeoniaceae · Common Name: Peony
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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Interesting Notes About GOLDEN CROWN TREE PEONY
- Crown-Worthy Yellow: The cultivar name Huang Guan (in Japanese 'Oukan') literally means "yellow crown" or "golden crown" highlighting its regal yellow blooms.
- Rare Yellow Excellence: Yellow is one of the most challenging colors to stabilize in tree peony hybrids; 'Golden Crown' is a celebrated example of rich buttery‐yellow done well.
- Strong Stem Advantage: Many lutea-hybrid tree peonies have heavy blooms that nod downward, but 'Golden Crown' was bred for upright, well-supported stems—ideal for display and cut-flowers.
- Late-Season Performer: With bloom timing in mid to late spring (in zone 6a it typically opens third week of May), it extends your peony season beyond many earlier varieties.
- Traditional and Modern Fusion: Though rooted in older Japanese hybrid work, this cultivar embodies both heritage aesthetics and modern performance quality—bringing a piece of peony prestige to your garden.
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