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Hardy perennial
Paeoniaceae
Perennials
Peony 'Top Brass'
Paeonia lactiflora
Peony 'Top Brass': 85 cm high and 80 cm spread, sun to partial shade. White, cream, pink, yellow flowers in June. Zone 3; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun to partial shade
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 3
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Common namePeony 'Top Brass'
FamilyPaeoniaceae
GenusPeony
Specieslactiflora
CultivarHigh-level officials
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical namePaeonia lactiflora
The silhouette of Peony ‘Top Brass’ (Paeonia lactiflora ‘Top Brass’) adds structure to garden compositions. Among its distinctive features are its double flowers. The foliage exhibits shades of green, which can be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is in June. Its size of 85 cm by 80 cm reserves it a place in the middle of a flowerbed and for group planting, without forgetting the space for its neighbors.
The success of Peony ‘Top Brass’ begins with its location: full sun to partial shade, in suitable soil (well-drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment). Support the rooting of Peony ‘Top Brass’ with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily applications on already moist soil. Keep 80 cm as a general spacing between plants; this helps preserve their shape and access for care. The indicated hardiness zone is zone 3, to be evaluated according to your garden conditions.
When planting Peony ‘Top Brass’, support heavy flowers as needed and keep the foliage healthy after flowering to recharge the plant. Avoid burying the eyes of herbaceous peonies too deeply; planting depth influences their ability to flower. For companion planting, consider perennial geraniums, daylilies, and campanulas in varieties with similar needs. The flowering period (June) and the spread of 80 cm will serve as benchmarks for distributing other plants around this plant.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
31.5 in
Best planting time
Early autumn for bare roots; spring or early autumn for an established potted plant.
Growing method
Peony 'Top Brass': Early autumn for bare roots; spring or early autumn for an established potted plant. Support the rooting of Peony 'Top Brass' with deep watering, then monitor soil moisture before rewatering. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Avoid burying the eyes of herbaceous peonies too deeply; planting depth influences their ability to flower.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
Help Peony 'Top Brass' establish itself with deep watering, then check the moisture level before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings if the soil is already moist.
Soil type
Drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during establishment
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball
Seasonal care
Peony ‘Top Brass’: support heavy flowers as needed and keep the foliage healthy after flowering to recharge the clump. During its flowering period (June), also watch out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that could obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable container with drainage holes, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and the adult development.
To try 'Top Brass' peony in a container, choose a well-drained, stable pot, suitable for the root ball and its future size (80 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
34 inches (86.5 cm)
Width / spread
3 feet (91.5 cm)
Flower color
Multicolored
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Null and void
Growth rate
Slow
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Not documented for this selection
Bloom period
June
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Recommended companion plants for Peony 'Top Brass': hardy geraniums, daylilies, campanulas. Choose varieties that tolerate sun to partial shade and similar moisture levels; allow ample space for each mature clump.
Plants to avoid
Around Peony 'Top Brass', especially avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility of light, water, and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Peony 'Top Brass'?
Provide a location with sun to partial shade and a suitable soil (well-drained garden soil that retains moderate moisture during establishment). Avoid burying herbaceous peony eyes deeply; planting depth affects their ability to bloom.
What is the best location for Peony 'Top Brass'?
Allow approximately 85 cm in height and 80 cm in width at maturity. About 80 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a flower bed and for group plantings.
When does Peony ‘Top Brass’ bloom?
The indicated period is June. The flower palette is white, cream, pink, yellow. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, the season, and the plant's establishment.
How to water and care for Peony 'Top Brass'?
Support the establishment of Peony 'Top Brass' with deep watering, then check soil moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Support heavy blooms as needed and keep the foliage healthy after flowering to recharge the plant's energy.
Can Peony 'Top Brass' be grown in a pot?
To grow ‘Top Brass’ peony in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (80 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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