Paeonia, Genus, 'Santa Fe', Cultivar,
- Genus
- Cultivar
santa fe peony
Overview
Paeonia 'Santa Fe' is an interspecific hybrid peony with warm coral-peach to apricot-pink semi-double flowers, growing 28–34 inches (70–85 cm) tall and wide. The warm, sunset-toned coral-peach color evokes the desert light of its namesake city. Semi-double flowers 4–5 inches (10–13 cm) across with visible golden stamens appear in May to early June. The color sits in the warm coral-peach range between 'Pink Hawaiian Coral' (more pink) and 'Coral Charm' (more orange), offering a middle-ground apricot warmth. Like other interspecific hybrids, the color may shift slightly as the flower ages, moving from coral-peach toward softer peach. Early bloom timing — 1–2 weeks before lactiflora cultivars. Sturdy stems support the semi-double flowers without staking. Moderate sweet fragrance. Dark green glossy compound foliage. Same care as all herbaceous peonies: eyes no more than 2 inches (5 cm) deep, well-drained soil, full sun. Can live 50+ years. Mildly toxic.
Native Range
Paeonia 'Santa Fe' is an interspecific garden hybrid.Suggested Uses
Used in perennial borders and cutting gardens. The warm coral-peach adds southwestern sunset tones to peony collections. Plant alongside 'Coral Charm' and 'Pink Hawaiian Coral' for a coral gradient.How to Identify
Appearance
Size & Dimensions
Height2'4" - 2'10"
Width/Spread2'4" - 2'10"
Bloom Information
Flowering in May to early June, approximately 2 weeks. Early bloom. Coral-peach semi-doubles with moderate fragrance.
Detailed Descriptions
Flower Description
Warm coral-peach to apricot-pink, semi-doubleFoliage Description
Dark green, deeply divided, glossy compoundGrowing Conditions
Sun Requirements
Requires 5-8 hours of direct sunlight daily
• Full Sun: 6+ hours of direct sunlight
• Partial Shade: 3-6 hours of direct sunlight
• Full Shade: Less than 3 hours of direct sunlight
Care & Maintenance
Care Guide
Plant in full sun to partial shade. Well-drained, humus-rich soil. Eyes no more than 2 inches (5 cm) deep. Sturdy stems rarely need staking. Remove spent heads. Leave foliage until frost. Mildly toxic.Pruning
Remove spent flower heads. Cut all stems to ground level in late October–November.Pruning Schedule
Prune: October–November
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