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Top Brass Peony

Paeonia 'Top Brass'

Category: Perennial • Peony

Discover the beauty of Top Brass Peony with its fragrant blooms and lush foliage, perfect for borders and specimen planting.

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Mature Height: 30 inches

Mature Width: 24 inches

Bloom Color: White, Pink

Bloom Time: Late Spring to Early Summer

Light: Part Sun/Part Shade

Zone: Zones 3-8

Maintenance: Moderate

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Spring

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Top Brass Peony is a stunning perennial known for its large, fragrant blooms. The flowers are characterized by their unique creamy white petals with a hint of pink, making them a favorite in gardens and floral arrangements.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Requires moderate moisture for optimal growth.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is essential, with a preference for slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Fragrant bloomsattractive foliage

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Ideal for adding color and texture to garden beds. Works well in mixed borders or as a focal point.

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