Red Earth Bulb FarmWe are a small, family run business in the rich red soils of the Dandenong Ranges. Our family has been growing bulbs and perenials, many rare and unusual lines, for in excess of 50 years.
Red Earth Bulb Farm is owned by the Drewitt family and has been established as a retail brand in 2017 to accomodate our family changes. We look forward to being able to offer many new, unusual and hard to source bulbs of the highest quality, delivered directly to your door. Most of the bulbs and perennials we carry are grown in the rich, red, volcanic soils around Victoria's Dandenong Ranges. We pride ourselves on growing a prime product and offering it to the garden enthusiast at a competitive price. |
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Quality. It speaks for itself.
We would rather not supply a product if we feel it is not going to perform for you.
Dispatch
PLEASE NOTE - Winter dispatch is from the end of June.
Dahlia Dispatch is from Mid August.
There will be an initial backlog of orders, that will need to be worked through, please be patient. We will contact you if there are any stock issues as soon as it apparent.
WE DO NOT SHIP TO TASMANIA AND WESTERN AUSTRALIA DUE TO QUARANTINE REQUIREMENTS!
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Herbaceous Peony Edulus Superba
Only a few left!
Herbaceous Peony Edulus Superba
A strong grower of rich pink full double blooms. Very popular and world famous variety.
- HEIGHT: 60cm+
- WIDTH: 30cm
- SUPPLIED AS: Dormant roots
- PLANT DEPTH: Yes no more than 2-3cm deep
- PLANT SPACING: 40cm (Cut flower) - 100cm (Long term garden bed)
- PLANTING WINDOW: April - August
- FLOWERING TIME: October - November
- GROWING ZONES: Vic, SA, TAS, Cold NSW, Cold QLD. Anywhere a frost is achieved each year.
- CUT FLOWER: Yes
- FRAGRANT: Yes
**(information above is based on having been established for 3 years)
Herbaceous Peonies, or Peony Rose as they are commonly called are a cool climate perennial. There natural habitat includes limestone mountains around Asia including China, Japan, Tibet and Siberia with limited species found in North America. They are a hardy plant once established, but do take some time to settle down after being shifted. Growing on a woody root system under-ground, peonies are best given ample space, and as such not overly suited to being in pots long term.
When selecting a position, think frost. They love the cold frosty mornings. A full sun to partly shaded position with free draining soil is necessary. Prepare your bed to a depth of 30cm, with the soil being nice and friable. Peonies have a PH requirement of 7.5-8 (alkaline), and most gardens will need a few kg (not kidding) of lime added to their growing area. Some well composted and broken down manure can also be added to the hole. Plant the root with the 'pink tips' (these are the growth shoots) upright, which generally means lying the root on its side. The growth shoots should be no more than 2cm under the ground. Water in after planting to eliminate any air bubbles in the soil.
Peonies take a good few years to settle after being shifted, if you happen to have a flower bud appear it is best to remove it in the first couple of years. This allows the root to establish itself adequately without the flower draining all its energy.
A queen is not made in a single year.... Peonies do not like to be disturbed, preferring to be left in ground for many years. Please select a spot for your Peonies that allows them the space to settle and develop over time to become the queen of the garden. Remember - they are slow. The old saying goes 'The first year they sleep, The second year they creep and the Third year they leap.
Happy Gardening!
Herbaceous Peony Marie Lemonie
Herbaceous Peony MARIE LEMONIE
A vigorous white hybrid. Full double blooms on long, strong stems. A very popular cut flower and highly sought after for weddings. One of the best whites we have available.
- HEIGHT: 60cm+
- WIDTH: 30cm
- SUPPLIED AS: Dormant roots
- PLANT DEPTH: Yes no more than 2-3cm deep
- PLANT SPACING: 40cm (Cut flower) - 100cm (Long term garden bed)
- PLANTING WINDOW: April - August
- FLOWERING TIME: October - November
- GROWING ZONES: Vic, SA, TAS, Cold NSW, Cold QLD. Anywhere a frost is achieved each year.
- CUT FLOWER: Yes
- FRAGRANT: Yes
**(information above is based on having been established for 3 years)
Herbaceous Peonies, or Peony Rose as they are commonly called are a cool climate perennial. There natural habitat includes limestone mountains around Asia including China, Japan, Tibet and Siberia with limited species found in North America. They are a hardy plant once established, but do take some time to settle down after being shifted. Growing on a woody root system under-ground, peonies are best given ample space, and as such not overly suited to being in pots long term.
When selecting a position, think frost. They love the cold frosty mornings. A full sun to partly shaded position with free draining soil is necessary. Prepare your bed to a depth of 30cm, with the soil being nice and friable. Peonies have a PH requirement of 7.5-8 (alkaline), and most gardens will need a few kg (not kidding) of lime added to their growing area. Some well composted and broken down manure can also be added to the hole. Plant the root with the 'pink tips' (these are the growth shoots) upright, which generally means lying the root on its side. The growth shoots should be no more than 2cm under the ground. Water in after planting to eliminate any air bubbles in the soil.
Peonies take a good few years to settle after being shifted, if you happen to have a flower bud appear it is best to remove it in the first couple of years. This allows the root to establish itself adequately without the flower draining all its energy.
A queen is not made in a single year.... Peonies do not like to be disturbed, preferring to be left in ground for many years. Please select a spot for your Peonies that allows them the space to settle and develop over time to become the queen of the garden. Remember - they are slow. The old saying goes 'The first year they sleep, The second year they creep and the Third year they leap.
Happy Gardening!
Herbaceous Peony Sylvia
Herbaceous Peony SYLVIA
The clearest white we grow. Brilliant white double blooms on long, strong stems. A very popular and highly sought after cut flower.
- HEIGHT: 60cm+
- WIDTH: 30cm
- SUPPLIED AS: Dormant roots
- PLANT DEPTH: Yes no more than 2-3cm deep
- PLANT SPACING: 40cm (Cut flower) - 100cm (Long term garden bed)
- PLANTING WINDOW: April - August
- FLOWERING TIME: October - November
- GROWING ZONES: Vic, SA, TAS, Cold NSW, Cold QLD. Anywhere a frost is achieved each year.
- CUT FLOWER: Yes
- FRAGRANT: Yes
**(information above is based on having been established for 3 years)
Herbaceous Peonies, or Peony Rose as they are commonly called are a cool climate perennial. There natural habitat includes limestone mountains around Asia including China, Japan, Tibet and Siberia with limited species found in North America. They are a hardy plant once established, but do take some time to settle down after being shifted. Growing on a woody root system under-ground, peonies are best given ample space, and as such not overly suited to being in pots long term.
When selecting a position, think frost. They love the cold frosty mornings. A full sun to partly shaded position with free draining soil is necessary. Prepare your bed to a depth of 30cm, with the soil being nice and friable. Peonies have a PH requirement of 7.5-8 (alkaline), and most gardens will need a few kg (not kidding) of lime added to their growing area. Some well composted and broken down manure can also be added to the hole. Plant the root with the 'pink tips' (these are the growth shoots) upright, which generally means lying the root on its side. The growth shoots should be no more than 2cm under the ground. Water in after planting to eliminate any air bubbles in the soil.
Peonies take a good few years to settle after being shifted, if you happen to have a flower bud appear it is best to remove it in the first couple of years. This allows the root to establish itself adequately without the flower draining all its energy.
A queen is not made in a single year.... Peonies do not like to be disturbed, preferring to be left in ground for many years. Please select a spot for your Peonies that allows them the space to settle and develop over time to become the queen of the garden. Remember - they are slow. The old saying goes 'The first year they sleep, The second year they creep and the Third year they leap.
Happy Gardening!
Herbaceous Peony Pink Twinkle
A rich full double pink. Very popular and highly suited to the picking garden and cut flower industry.
- HEIGHT: 60cm+
- WIDTH: 30cm
- SUPPLIED AS: Dormant roots
- PLANT DEPTH: Yes no more than 2-3cm deep
- PLANT SPACING: 40cm (Cut flower) - 100cm (Long term garden bed)
- PLANTING WINDOW: April - August
- FLOWERING TIME: October - November
- GROWING ZONES: Vic, SA, TAS, Cold NSW, Cold QLD. Anywhere a frost is achieved each year.
- CUT FLOWER: Yes
- FRAGRANT: Yes
Herbaceous Peonies, or Peony Rose as they are commonly called are a cool climate perennial. There natural habitat includes limestone mountains around Asia including China, Japan, Tibet and Siberia with limited species found in North America. They are a hardy plant once established, but do take some time to settle down after being shifted. Growing on a woody root system under-ground, peonies are best given ample space, and as such not overly suited to being in pots long term.
When selecting a position, think frost. They love the cold frosty mornings. A full sun to partly shaded position with free draining soil is necessary. Prepare your bed to a depth of 30cm, with the soil being nice and friable. Peonies have a PH requirement of 7.5-8 (alkaline), and most gardens will need a few kg (not kidding) of lime added to their growing area. Some well composted and broken down manure can also be added to the hole. Plant the root with the 'pink tips' (these are the growth shoots) upright, which generally means lying the root on its side. The growth shoots should be no more than 2cm under the ground. Water in after planting to eliminate any air bubbles in the soil.
Peonies take a good few years to settle after being shifted, if you happen to have a flower bud appear it is best to remove it in the first couple of years. This allows the root to establish itself adequately without the flower draining all its energy.
Remember - they are slow. The old saying goes 'The first year they sleep, The second year they creep and the Third year they leap.
Herbaceous Peony Mossi
Herbaceous Peony MOSSI
Mossi is a stunning light pink Peony. The full double flowers are highly sought after and really popular as a cut flower or within the garden.
A striking new offering. Large blooms of neatly formed flowers. Strong perfume. Limited stock available. New Release.
- HEIGHT: 60cm+
- WIDTH: 30cm
- SUPPLIED AS: Dormant roots
- PLANT DEPTH: Yes no more than 2-3cm deep
- PLANT SPACING: 40cm (Cut flower) - 100cm (Long term garden bed)
- PLANTING WINDOW: April - August
- FLOWERING TIME: October - November
- GROWING ZONES: Vic, SA, TAS, Cold NSW, Cold QLD. Anywhere a frost is achieved each year.
- CUT FLOWER: Yes
- FRAGRANT: Yes
**(information above is based on having been established for 3 years)
Herbaceous Peonies, or Peony Rose as they are commonly called are a cool climate perennial. There natural habitat includes limestone mountains around Asia including China, Japan, Tibet and Siberia with limited species found in North America. They are a hardy plant once established, but do take some time to settle down after being shifted. Growing on a woody root system under-ground, peonies are best given ample space, and as such not overly suited to being in pots long term.
When selecting a position, think frost. They love the cold frosty mornings. A full sun to partly shaded position with free draining soil is necessary. Prepare your bed to a depth of 30cm, with the soil being nice and friable. Peonies have a PH requirement of 7.5-8 (alkaline), and most gardens will need a few kg (not kidding) of lime added to their growing area. Some well composted and broken down manure can also be added to the hole. Plant the root with the 'pink tips' (these are the growth shoots) upright, which generally means lying the root on its side. The growth shoots should be no more than 2cm under the ground. Water in after planting to eliminate any air bubbles in the soil.
Peonies take a good few years to settle after being shifted, if you happen to have a flower bud appear it is best to remove it in the first couple of years. This allows the root to establish itself adequately without the flower draining all its energy.
A queen is not made in a single year.... Peonies do not like to be disturbed, preferring to be left in ground for many years. Please select a spot for your Peonies that allows them the space to settle and develop over time to become the queen of the garden. Remember - they are slow. The old saying goes 'The first year they sleep, The second year they creep and the Third year they leap.
Happy Gardening!
Herbaceous Peony Delachi
Only a few left!
Herbaceous Peony Delachi
A very popular deep red. Delachi makes smaller blooms, but lots of them. Brilliant grower and very popular among gardeners.
- HEIGHT: 60cm+
- WIDTH: 30cm
- SUPPLIED AS: Dormant roots
- PLANT DEPTH: Yes no more than 2-3cm deep
- PLANT SPACING: 40cm (Cut flower) - 100cm (Long term garden bed)
- PLANTING WINDOW: April - August
- FLOWERING TIME: October - November
- GROWING ZONES: Vic, SA, TAS, Cold NSW, Cold QLD. Anywhere a frost is achieved each year.
- CUT FLOWER: Yes
- FRAGRANT: Yes
**(information above is based on having been established for 3 years)
Herbaceous Peonies, or Peony Rose as they are commonly called are a cool climate perennial. There natural habitat includes limestone mountains around Asia including China, Japan, Tibet and Siberia with limited species found in North America. They are a hardy plant once established, but do take some time to settle down after being shifted. Growing on a woody root system under-ground, peonies are best given ample space, and as such not overly suited to being in pots long term.
When selecting a position, think frost. They love the cold frosty mornings. A full sun to partly shaded position with free draining soil is necessary. Prepare your bed to a depth of 30cm, with the soil being nice and friable. Peonies have a PH requirement of 7.5-8 (alkaline), and most gardens will need a few kg (not kidding) of lime added to their growing area. Some well composted and broken down manure can also be added to the hole. Plant the root with the 'pink tips' (these are the growth shoots) upright, which generally means lying the root on its side. The growth shoots should be no more than 2cm under the ground. Water in after planting to eliminate any air bubbles in the soil.
Peonies take a good few years to settle after being shifted, if you happen to have a flower bud appear it is best to remove it in the first couple of years. This allows the root to establish itself adequately without the flower draining all its energy.
A queen is not made in a single year.... Peonies do not like to be disturbed, preferring to be left in ground for many years. Please select a spot for your Peonies that allows them the space to settle and develop over time to become the queen of the garden. Remember - they are slow. The old saying goes 'The first year they sleep, The second year they creep and the Third year they leap.
Happy Gardening!.
Herbaceous Peony Sarah Bernhardt
Herbaceous Peony SARAH BERNHARDT
One of the worlds most popular peonies. The divine mid pink blooms, tending to blush pink with age are around 15cm across. A strong grower, with a very handsome bud size. Ideal for both the garden and picking.
- HEIGHT: 60cm+
- WIDTH: 30cm
- SUPPLIED AS: Dormant roots
- PLANT DEPTH: Yes no more than 2-3cm deep
- PLANT SPACING: 40cm (Cut flower) - 100cm (Long term garden bed)
- PLANTING WINDOW: April - August
- FLOWERING TIME: October - November
- GROWING ZONES: Vic, SA, TAS, Cold NSW, Cold QLD. Anywhere a frost is achieved each year.
- CUT FLOWER: Yes
- FRAGRANT: Yes
**(information above is based on having been established for 3 years)
Herbaceous Peonies, or Peony Rose as they are commonly called are a cool climate perennial. There natural habitat includes limestone mountains around Asia including China, Japan, Tibet and Siberia with limited species found in North America. They are a hardy plant once established, but do take some time to settle down after being shifted. Growing on a woody root system under-ground, peonies are best given ample space, and as such not overly suited to being in pots long term.
When selecting a position, think frost. They love the cold frosty mornings. A full sun to partly shaded position with free draining soil is necessary. Prepare your bed to a depth of 30cm, with the soil being nice and friable. Peonies have a PH requirement of 7.5-8 (alkaline), and most gardens will need a few kg (not kidding) of lime added to their growing area. Some well composted and broken down manure can also be added to the hole. Plant the root with the 'pink tips' (these are the growth shoots) upright, which generally means lying the root on its side. The growth shoots should be no more than 2cm under the ground. Water in after planting to eliminate any air bubbles in the soil.
Peonies take a good few years to settle after being shifted, if you happen to have a flower bud appear it is best to remove it in the first couple of years. This allows the root to establish itself adequately without the flower draining all its energy.
A queen is not made in a single year.... Peonies do not like to be disturbed, preferring to be left in ground for many years. Please select a spot for your Peonies that allows them the space to settle and develop over time to become the queen of the garden. Remember - they are slow. The old saying goes 'The first year they sleep, The second year they creep and the Third year they leap.
Happy Gardening!
Herbaceous Peony Lady Alexander Duff
Only a few left!
Herbaceous Peony LADY ALEXANDER DUFF
A striking rich pink with lighter pink overtones. Full double, long strong stems ideal for picking.
- HEIGHT: 60cm+
- WIDTH: 30cm
- SUPPLIED AS: Dormant roots
- PLANT DEPTH: Yes no more than 2-3cm deep
- PLANT SPACING: 40cm (Cut flower) - 100cm (Long term garden bed)
- PLANTING WINDOW: April - August
- FLOWERING TIME: October - November
- GROWING ZONES: Vic, SA, TAS, Cold NSW, Cold QLD. Anywhere a frost is achieved each year.
- CUT FLOWER: Yes
- FRAGRANT: Yes
**(information above is based on having been established for 3 years)
Herbaceous Peonies, or Peony Rose as they are commonly called are a cool climate perennial. There natural habitat includes limestone mountains around Asia including China, Japan, Tibet and Siberia with limited species found in North America. They are a hardy plant once established, but do take some time to settle down after being shifted. Growing on a woody root system under-ground, peonies are best given ample space, and as such not overly suited to being in pots long term.
When selecting a position, think frost. They love the cold frosty mornings. A full sun to partly shaded position with free draining soil is necessary. Prepare your bed to a depth of 30cm, with the soil being nice and friable. Peonies have a PH requirement of 7.5-8 (alkaline), and most gardens will need a few kg (not kidding) of lime added to their growing area. Some well composted and broken down manure can also be added to the hole. Plant the root with the 'pink tips' (these are the growth shoots) upright, which generally means lying the root on its side. The growth shoots should be no more than 2cm under the ground. Water in after planting to eliminate any air bubbles in the soil.
Peonies take a good few years to settle after being shifted, if you happen to have a flower bud appear it is best to remove it in the first couple of years. This allows the root to establish itself adequately without the flower draining all its energy.
A queen is not made in a single year.... Peonies do not like to be disturbed, preferring to be left in ground for many years. Please select a spot for your Peonies that allows them the space to settle and develop over time to become the queen of the garden. Remember - they are slow. The old saying goes 'The first year they sleep, The second year they creep and the Third year they leap.
Happy Gardening!
Herbaceous Peony Lady Bird
Only a few left!
Herbaceous Peony LADY BIRD
An early blooming cultivar with blooms being around 9cm across. A clear white flower with thinner stems, but making a lot of blooms. Sweetly fragranced. Easier to grow in areas that lack frost.
- HEIGHT: 60cm+
- WIDTH: 30cm
- SUPPLIED AS: Dormant roots
- PLANT DEPTH: Yes no more than 2-3cm deep
- PLANT SPACING: 40cm (Cut flower) - 100cm (Long term garden bed)
- PLANTING WINDOW: April - August
- FLOWERING TIME: October - November
- GROWING ZONES: Vic, SA, TAS, Cold NSW, Cold QLD. Anywhere a frost is achieved each year.
- CUT FLOWER: Yes
- FRAGRANT: Yes
**(information above is based on having been established for 3 years)
Herbaceous Peonies, or Peony Rose as they are commonly called are a cool climate perennial. There natural habitat includes limestone mountains around Asia including China, Japan, Tibet and Siberia with limited species found in North America. They are a hardy plant once established, but do take some time to settle down after being shifted. Growing on a woody root system under-ground, peonies are best given ample space, and as such not overly suited to being in pots long term.
When selecting a position, think frost. They love the cold frosty mornings. A full sun to partly shaded position with free draining soil is necessary. Prepare your bed to a depth of 30cm, with the soil being nice and friable. Peonies have a PH requirement of 7.5-8 (alkaline), and most gardens will need a few kg (not kidding) of lime added to their growing area. Some well composted and broken down manure can also be added to the hole. Plant the root with the 'pink tips' (these are the growth shoots) upright, which generally means lying the root on its side. The growth shoots should be no more than 2cm under the ground. Water in after planting to eliminate any air bubbles in the soil.
Peonies take a good few years to settle after being shifted, if you happen to have a flower bud appear it is best to remove it in the first couple of years. This allows the root to establish itself adequately without the flower draining all its energy.
A queen is not made in a single year.... Peonies do not like to be disturbed, preferring to be left in ground for many years. Please select a spot for your Peonies that allows them the space to settle and develop over time to become the queen of the garden. Remember - they are slow. The old saying goes 'The first year they sleep, The second year they creep and the Third year they leap.
Happy Gardening!
Herbaceous Peony Boule de neige
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A very popular but seldom offered light pink tending white with deep pink swirls through out the flower. A truly unique and desirable plant. A very popular and highly sought after cut flower.
This plant is in stock and ready for immediate delivery. Please allow 7-10 days for processing and posting and bear in mind Australia Post are run off the feet at the moment, and postage WILL take longer than usual.
Herbaceous Peonies, or Peony Rose as they are commonly called are a cool climate perennial. There natural habitat includes limestone mountains around Asia including China, Japan, Tibet and Siberia with limited species found in North America. They are a hardy plant once established, but do take some time to settle down after being shifted. Growing on a woody root system under-ground, peonies are best given ample space, and as such not overly suited to being in pots long term.
When selecting a position, think frost. They love the cold frosty mornings. A full sun to partly shaded position with free draining soil is necessary. Prepare your bed to a depth of 30cm, with the soil being nice and friable. Peonies have a PH requirement of 7.5-8 (alkaline), and most gardens will need a few kg (not kidding) of lime added to their growing area. Some well composted and broken down manure can also be added to the hole. Plant the root with the 'pink tips' (these are the growth shoots) upright, which generally means lying the root on its side. The growth shoots should be no more than 2cm under the ground. Water in after planting to eliminate any air bubbles in the soil.
Peonies take a good few years to settle after being shifted, if you happen to have a flower bud appear it is best to remove it in the first couple of years. This allows the root to establish itself adequately without the flower draining all its energy.
Remember - they are slow. The old saying goes 'The first year they sleep, The second year they creep and the Third year they leap.
Herbaceous Peony Early Delight
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Herbaceous Peony EARLY DELIGHT
An early blooming cultivar with blooms being around 12cm across. Lovely rose pink backing petals, with a bomb type centre of creamy yellow and white. Sweetly fragranced. Easier to grow in areas that lack frost.
- HEIGHT: 60cm+
- WIDTH: 30cm
- SUPPLIED AS: Dormant roots
- PLANT DEPTH: Yes no more than 2-3cm deep
- PLANT SPACING: 40cm (Cut flower) - 100cm (Long term garden bed)
- PLANTING WINDOW: April - August
- FLOWERING TIME: October - November
- GROWING ZONES: Vic, SA, TAS, Cold NSW, Cold QLD. Anywhere a frost is achieved each year.
- CUT FLOWER: Yes
- FRAGRANT: Yes
**(information above is based on having been established for 3 years)
Herbaceous Peonies, or Peony Rose as they are commonly called are a cool climate perennial. There natural habitat includes limestone mountains around Asia including China, Japan, Tibet and Siberia with limited species found in North America. They are a hardy plant once established, but do take some time to settle down after being shifted. Growing on a woody root system under-ground, peonies are best given ample space, and as such not overly suited to being in pots long term.
When selecting a position, think frost. They love the cold frosty mornings. A full sun to partly shaded position with free draining soil is necessary. Prepare your bed to a depth of 30cm, with the soil being nice and friable. Peonies have a PH requirement of 7.5-8 (alkaline), and most gardens will need a few kg (not kidding) of lime added to their growing area. Some well composted and broken down manure can also be added to the hole. Plant the root with the 'pink tips' (these are the growth shoots) upright, which generally means lying the root on its side. The growth shoots should be no more than 2cm under the ground. Water in after planting to eliminate any air bubbles in the soil.
Peonies take a good few years to settle after being shifted, if you happen to have a flower bud appear it is best to remove it in the first couple of years. This allows the root to establish itself adequately without the flower draining all its energy.
A queen is not made in a single year.... Peonies do not like to be disturbed, preferring to be left in ground for many years. Please select a spot for your Peonies that allows them the space to settle and develop over time to become the queen of the garden. Remember - they are slow. The old saying goes 'The first year they sleep, The second year they creep and the Third year they leap.
Happy Gardening!
Herbaceous Peony Felix Crousse
Only a few left!
Herbaceous Peony FELIX CROUSSE
A stunning rich pink, almost with a sunset blush as it ages. True bomb style bloom and a nice fragrance.
- HEIGHT: 60cm+
- WIDTH: 30cm
- SUPPLIED AS: Dormant roots
- PLANT DEPTH: Yes no more than 2-3cm deep
- PLANT SPACING: 40cm (Cut flower) - 100cm (Long term garden bed)
- PLANTING WINDOW: April - August
- FLOWERING TIME: October - November
- GROWING ZONES: Vic, SA, TAS, Cold NSW, Cold QLD. Anywhere a frost is achieved each year.
- CUT FLOWER: Yes
- FRAGRANT: Yes
**(information above is based on having been established for 3 years)
Herbaceous Peonies, or Peony Rose as they are commonly called are a cool climate perennial. There natural habitat includes limestone mountains around Asia including China, Japan, Tibet and Siberia with limited species found in North America. They are a hardy plant once established, but do take some time to settle down after being shifted. Growing on a woody root system under-ground, peonies are best given ample space, and as such not overly suited to being in pots long term.
When selecting a position, think frost. They love the cold frosty mornings. A full sun to partly shaded position with free draining soil is necessary. Prepare your bed to a depth of 30cm, with the soil being nice and friable. Peonies have a PH requirement of 7.5-8 (alkaline), and most gardens will need a few kg (not kidding) of lime added to their growing area. Some well composted and broken down manure can also be added to the hole. Plant the root with the 'pink tips' (these are the growth shoots) upright, which generally means lying the root on its side. The growth shoots should be no more than 2cm under the ground. Water in after planting to eliminate any air bubbles in the soil.
Peonies take a good few years to settle after being shifted, if you happen to have a flower bud appear it is best to remove it in the first couple of years. This allows the root to establish itself adequately without the flower draining all its energy.
A queen is not made in a single year.... Peonies do not like to be disturbed, preferring to be left in ground for many years. Please select a spot for your Peonies that allows them the space to settle and develop over time to become the queen of the garden. Remember - they are slow. The old saying goes 'The first year they sleep, The second year they creep and the Third year they leap.
Happy Gardening!