Purple Sunset Tree Peony (Paeonia suffruticosa 'Purple') Unavailable

Purple Sunset Tree Peony

Paeonia suffruticosa 'Purple'

Sunset Tree Peony

Currently unavailable

Large purple blossoms are gorgeous and can be up to 8” wide. Exotic looking shrub is a deciduous woody shrub and creates a true statement in any garden. Tree Peonies require some patience, as they are slow growers and may not flower until after two years of growth, but once mature it can host up to 50 flowers.

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Plant facts

Mature height4'
Mature spread5'
Growth rateSlow
SunFull Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun)
WaterModerate
USDA hardiness zone5
Flower colorPurple shades
Foliage colorGreen

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Quick answers

How big does Purple Sunset Tree Peony get?

About 4' tall and 5' wide at maturity.

How much sun does Purple Sunset Tree Peony need?

Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).

How much water does Purple Sunset Tree Peony need?

Moderate water use.

Will Purple Sunset Tree Peony grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?

It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.

Is Purple Sunset Tree Peony deer resistant?

Yes, deer usually leave it alone.

Where can I buy Purple Sunset Tree Peony in Utah?

Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.

Can landscape contractors buy Purple Sunset Tree Peony wholesale?

Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.

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