Groups of Peonies Peony flowers are grouped according to flower shape. Single, semi-double, anemone, Japanese, and double flower forms are the most common. Although peonies only bloom for 1 to 2 weeks in early summer, by planting early-, mid-, and late-season varieties, you can extend the bloom time to four to six weeks.

Understanding the Context

The Top Recommended Varieties of Peonies Peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Sarah Bernhardt') This is a good peony for all climates, and especially for the South, because it blooms early before it gets too hot. By Mother's Day in May, these blooms are finished after giving a great early spring show. Plant database entry for Peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Bowl of Beauty') with 82 images, 2 comments, and 29 data details. Plant database entry for Peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Karl Rosenfield') with 57 images, 2 comments, and 26 data details.

Key Insights

Plant database entry for Peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lady Anna') with 9 images and 18 data details. Plant database entry for Patio Peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Dublin') with 10 data details. Alaskan farmers harvest about 300,000 peonies a year. Why the demand? The growing season ends in the Lower 48 by late June, but peony plants thrive in July and August in Alaska.

Final Thoughts

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