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Which Do You Prefer, Tree Peony(Mudan) Or Herb Peony

Author: Site Editor     Publish Time: 2025-05-26      Origin: Site

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  Tree peony(Mudan) and Herbaceous Peony belong to the Paeoniaceae family and Paeoniaceae genus, with similar shapes and flowering periods, often confused. However, there are significant differences between the two in terms of botanical characteristics, growth habits, and ornamental value. The following comparative analysis will be conducted from key dimensions:

1、 Comparison of botanical characteristics

Characteristic Tree Peony (Mudan) Herbaceous Peony (Paeonia lactiflora)
Stem type Woody plant, woody stem, does not wither in winter above ground (deciduous shrub) Herbaceous plant, stem is herbaceous, completely withered in winter above ground part
Leaf morphology bipartite compound leaves with two lobes and three lobes. The small leaves are broad and have wavy edges The leaf backs are hairless and bipartite compound leaves with two lobes and three lobes are slender. The leaf backs have white powder or fluff
Flower characteristics Large flower shape (15-30cm in diameter), thick petals, rich colors (red, pink, white, etc.), slightly smaller flower shape (10-20cm in diameter), thinner petals, mainly pink and white in color
The flowering period usually 7-10 days earlier than that of peonies, from mid to late April to early May, from early to mid May, partially overlapping with the flowering period of peonies but slightly later

white tree peony

2、 Differences in growth habits

Cold resistance

Tree peony(Mudan) have stronger cold resistance and can tolerate temperatures ranging from -25 ℃ to -30 ℃ even -43℃(they can overwinter outdoors in Northeast China).

Herbaceous Peony have slightly weaker cold resistance and need to be covered and protected in extreme low temperatures (such as in North China).

red tree peony

Lighting requirements

Both prefer light, but peonies require stronger light and are prone to overgrowth and poor flowering in shaded environments.

Paeonia lactiflora has slightly stronger tolerance to semi shade and is suitable for planting at the edge of forests or under sparse forests.


Soil adaptability

Tree peony(Mudan) prefer deep and well drained neutral or slightly alkaline soil (pH 6.5-7.5), and avoid waterlogging.

Herbaceous Peony have a wider adaptability and can tolerate slightly acidic soils (pH 5.5-7.0), but they also require good drainage.


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