Peony Roots ~ Order now for
October delivery
Peonies are one of the most beautiful flowering plants we can grow. For all their beauty, they are tough. They live for decades with very little care, all they require is a sunny location and rich soil. Fall is the recommended season for planting peonies in our Zone 8 gardens. Peonies available in garden centers in Spring will struggle and may survive, but will not thrive over a summer with hard dry soil and extreme heat. Planted in Fall, their roots flourish in moist cool soil because they’re no longer putting energy into foliage. Birdsnest Blooms is offering a limited quantity of four varieties that make exceptional cut flowers. Many are sturdy enough to not need staking. The Dutch peonies from Birdsnest Blooms are sorted as 3/5 eye roots but they can have as many as ten eyes, as pictured. Typically peony roots from mass suppliers are 2/3 eye roots, which are a year or two behind in growth to becoming viable for bloom harvest.
~ There is an old saying ~ “First year roots, second year shoots, third year cuts” because the roots need to settle in after planting. Do not expect flowers the first Spring after planting. If buds do form in the first Spring, pinch them off so that energy goes into the plant not the flowers. The second Spring you should cut in bud stage with short stems as they start to open (and fill vases!) so they don’t drain energy from the plant, leaving as much foliage as possible on the stem. If you don’t cut in bud, deadhead as soon as the flower fades, do not let them dry on the plant. In future years, cut all the blooms you want, but always leave foliage on the plant for it to feed the following year's blooms. It’s a wait for blooms but worth it! Properly planted, your peonies will outlast you. If you choose not to cut for the vase, deadhead the bloom when it fades or it will set seed, draining the plants. Seeds aren’t a viable way to propagate peonies. Detailed planting instructions with each order - porch drop delivery.
Peony Coral Charm, 5/7 eye root
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The very first to bloom! Warm coral globe shaped blooms open to expose glowing stamens, 3' high, strong stems, excellent cut flower. American Peony Society Award Winner, 5/7 eye root. Delivery (local only) in Octobe at the perfect time for planting in our area
Peony "Solange"
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I have only seen this blooming in front of very old homes and am so glad to offer it! Solange is a subtly shaded heirloom peony introduced in 1907. Its globular blooms, ecru shaded with the palest salmon pink, resemble giant cabbage roses. Late flowering too!
Peony Sarah Bernhardt
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A cherished favorite since 1906, Sarah Bernhardt is a workhorse bloomer, and a mainstay of cut flower growers. She pumps out more and more blooms each year, as many as fifteen after a few years in the garden. The bomb style blooms are a clear pink, lighter at the edges, with sometimes flecks of raspberry.
Peony Bowl of Cream, 5/7 eye root
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Glorious in bouquets and the vase, this sought after award-winning peony is as luscious as a bowl of cream, very difficult to find as it is prized by commercial cut flower growers for the floral trade. Forms vigorous clumps. Large 6 in-8 in creamy white blooms, strong stems, 5/7 eye roots, excellent cut flower and stands out in the garden! Delivery (local only) in October at the perfect time for planting in our area