Paeonia suffruticosa, 'Charming Age' Japanese tree peony Genus_Paeonia slightly fragrant

slightly fragrant

hybridizer and year introduced: Peony Heaven hybrid

The shoots are both pickled and made into a fragrant paste used to flavor fried rice and soups

berries make great forage for birds in late summer

Paeonia suffruticosa, 'Charming Age' Japanese tree peony Genus_Paeonia slightly fragrantName in Japanese and romaji: Hoki Notable characteristics: Vigorous grower with pure red semi double blossoms. Mid season blooming. Hybridizer, year introduced: A traditional variety from the famous tree peony growing center of Shimane, Japan. Growth habit and size at maturity (10 years old): Upright, grows to 3. 5' tall and 3. 5' wide. Flower form and size: Semi double, 6 8". Flower fragrance: Very light, sweet. Bloom time: Mid season Japanese tree