A botanical study of Paeonia 'High Noon', capturing the radiant golden blooms and timeless elegance of this celebrated tree peony.

Paeonia 'High Noon'

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A botanical study of Paeonia 'High Noon', capturing the radiant golden blooms and timeless elegance of this celebrated tree peony.
  • A botanical study of Paeonia 'High Noon', capturing the radiant golden blooms and timeless elegance of this celebrated tree peony.
  • A botanical study of Paeonia 'High Noon', capturing the radiant golden blooms and timeless elegance of this celebrated tree peony.
Paeonia 'High Noon'

Paeonia 'High Noon'

Paeonia 'High Noon' is a tree peony, a woody shrub that retains its branching framework year-round and flowers on permanent stems each spring. Regarded as one of the finest yellow tree peonies, this distinguished cultivar is admired for its large, luminous blooms, rich fragrance and elegant form. This botanical study celebrates the radiant beauty and graceful character that have made High Noona a favourite among peony enthusiasts around the world.
Botanical Observation

The flowers of High Noon possess a remarkable clarity of colour. Broad, gently ruffled petals unfold in luminous golden yellow, surrounding a prominent cluster of golden stamens that intensify the warmth of the bloom. At the base of each petal, subtle crimson flares provide gentle contrast without overpowering the flower's overall harmony.

As the flower matures, the golden tones soften slightly, giving the petals an almost translucent quality in changing light. The open flower form allows each petal to be appreciated individually, while the balance between colour, structure and negative space creates a bloom that appears both vibrant and refined.
About the Flower

Introduced: 1952

Botanical Name: Paeonia 'High Noon' (海黄)

Type: Tree peony (Parentage: Paeonia lutea × Paeonia suffruticosa)

Origin: United States

High Noon is one of the world's most celebrated yellow tree peonies. Its large semi-double flowers open in luminous golden yellow, often accented by subtle crimson flares at the base of the petals and a prominent centre of golden stamens. The blooms are lightly fragrant and carried above elegant, finely divided foliage on a vigorous woody shrub. Renowned for its radiant colour, reliable flowering and exceptional garden performance, High Noon remains one of the finest yellow tree peonies in cultivation and is also widely known in China by the name 海黄.
Process & Materials

Painted with ink and pigments on watercolour paper, this botanical study combines the disciplined precision of traditional Gongbi painting with careful observation of the flower's structure and colour. Fine brushwork defines the delicate contours of each petal, while transparent layers of pigment capture the subtle variations within the luminous yellow bloom. Particular attention is given to the relationship between light, colour and form, preserving both the botanical character and the quiet elegance of this remarkable cultivar.
Artwork Details

Year: 2022

Medium: Ink and pigments on watercolour paper

Dimension: A3 (29.7 x 42 cm)

Artwork Status: Available by Equiry

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