Bring the elegance of peonies to even the smallest spaces with Peony Rome. Unlike traditional herbaceous peonies, which struggle in containers, Peony Rome is specially bred to thrive in pots, blooming abundantly on compact plants. It forms dense, bushy clumps of dark green, deeply lobed leaves, providing a lush backdrop for its stunning blooms. Strong stems eliminate the need for staking, and unlike older varieties with heavy heads that droop, the flowers of Peony Rome stand proudly upright, showcasing their vibrant sugar-pink, double blooms even in small containers. Despite its compact size, Peony Rome produces large, ruffled flowers in abundance, making it a showstopper in your garden. These herbaceous peonies will thrive for years, bringing striking displays of blooms every late spring to early summer with minimal effort. Plant them in borders or containers to add structure, elegance, and rich colour. Plus, they make stunning cut flowers. Height: 60cm (24in) Spread: 40cm (16in) Culinary Tip: Add the petals to salads, or cook them slightly and sweeten them for a delicate treat. Peony water, once considered a delicacy, can be made from the blooms, or float them in punches for a refreshing touch.
Growing Information
Grow peonies in a sunny or semi shaded position. They prefer a well drained, rich fertile soil. This is best achieved by adding with plenty of well rotted manure or compost to the soil prior to planting, ensuring that it is mixed in thoroughly and deeply. Plant herbaceous peonies at a depth of around 5cm (2") below the soil surface. Planting too deeply may delay flowering.
These bareroot peonies are lifted from the nursery field when dormant and sent to you in late autumn or spring for planting. They often look dead on arrival, but they are just resting in the dormant period and will establish quickly for a strong start in the garden come spring. Set out in prepared soil in holes wide enough and deep enough to lay out the roots. The crown should be planted no more than 2.5–5cm below the surface. Tread down the planting soil to knock out air pockets. Water well to settle. Apply a mulch to protect roots from cold temperatures. New growth will appear in spring. If conditions prevent immediate planting, set roughly into loose soil or a pot of compost (‘heeling in’) to protect the roots.
