Peony Plants

More About Peony Plants

Choosing the Right Peony for Your Garden

When selecting peony plants, it helps to consider space, soil and the look you want to achieve. Herbaceous paeonia are ideal for borders and mixed planting schemes, producing lush foliage and large blooms that work beautifully alongside roses, alliums and ornamental grasses. Tree peonies suit gardeners looking for a more architectural plant, with larger flowers held above woody stems and a slightly earlier flowering season.
Most peony plants prefer a sunny or lightly shaded position with well drained soil. Once planted, they dislike being moved, so choosing the right spot from the start is key. Pink peonies are especially popular for romantic gardens and cut flower displays, while deeper shades add richness and contrast to a peony garden. With careful placement, peonies also work well in large containers, provided they have good drainage and enough room to develop strong roots.

Paeonia Planting and Establishment

Successful paeonia planting starts with good preparation. Aim to plant peonies in autumn or early spring when the soil is workable. Planting peonies too deeply is a common mistake, as shallow planting encourages better flowering. The buds should sit just below the soil surface for herbaceous types, while tree peony should be planted with the graft union buried slightly deeper.
Water well after planting and keep the area free from competition while the plant establishes. Peonies are not heavy feeders, but a light mulch in spring helps conserve moisture and improve soil structure. Avoid excessive feeding, which can encourage leafy growth at the expense of flowers. With patience in the first couple of years, paeonia reward gardeners with increasingly impressive displays as the plants mature.

Ordering Peony Plants Online with YouGarden

Buying peony plants online makes it easy to access a wider range than many garden centres can offer. Here at YouGarden, we offer strong and healthy peony plants suited to UK growing conditions. Each paeonia for sale is carefully packed to arrive in excellent condition, ready to plant straight away.
Whether adding a single peony bush to a border or planning a full peony garden filled with colour and fragrance, peony plants offer unmatched impact with minimal long term maintenance. With the right planting position and a little early care, peonies become one of the most rewarding plants in the garden, returning reliably with breathtaking blooms every spring.