Identification of Perrenials?

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  1. ubcnog

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    Just bought a home in central PA. Plants in the yard are unknown to me. If you can help identify them, i thank you in advance.

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    saltcedar Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    1. Peony.
    4. Resembles Toona sinensis
     
  3. Daniel Mosquin

    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    3 reminds of Alliaria petiolata -- squish a leaf between your fingers (wear gloves if you are concerned) and see if the smell resembles garlic.
     
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    thanks...i'll try the pinch and smell test and report back

    thanks...i probably should've known #1 was a peony...but i didn't...
    there are loads of them!
     
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  5. Eric La Fountaine

    Eric La Fountaine Contributor Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Last one is a lily and a peony. The second one looks very familiar. I think it will be easy to ID once the flowers open.
     
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    Thanks Eric
     

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