The Plants
Paeonia lactiflora 'Shirley Temple'
peony

£9.99
A beautiful peony with large, pale pink,double flowers, gently fading to buff-white, and mid green leaves. The centre of each scented flower is full of small, loosely arranged ruffled petals. A real favourite with florists. Caution: Harmful if eaten.
Type
- Perennials
Foliage: Deciduous
Hardiness: Hardy
Vigour: Medium growing
Uses
- Beds and borders
- Flower arranging
- Cottage style garden
- Japanese style garden
Special features
- Low maintenance
- Scented flowers
Care instructions
Grow in moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Deadhead after flowering. Does not like to be moved/disturbed. In early spring apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser around the base of the plant and mulch with well-rotted compost or manure.
Dimensions
Size: Small
Pot size: 4 litre
Eventual height: 85cm
Eventual spread: 85cm
Positions
- Light shade
- Sun