Peony Flower Seeds Packet

£1.70

Peonies are timeless, elegant flowers that reward gardeners with years of stunning blooms. Although growing them from seeds requires patience and careful stratification, the results are worth it. Once established, peonies require minimal care and can bloom for decades, making them a valuable addition to any garden. Peonies are timeless, elegant flowers that reward gardeners with years of stunning blooms. Although growing them from seeds requires patience and careful stratification, the results are worth it. Once established, peonies require minimal care and can bloom for decades, making them a valuable addition to any garden.
SKU: SEPEON
Barcode: 843458152699

Quick Seed Overview
  • Plant Type: Perennial
  • Genus: Paeonia
  • Plant Height/Width: 2–4 feet tall, 2–3 feet wide
  • Season: Blooms in late spring to early summer
  • Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Difficulty: Moderate
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How to Plant Peony from Seed

When to Plant Seeds

  • Best time: Late summer to early fall.
  • Seeds need a warm-cold stratification cycle to germinate.

Preparing the Planting Site

  1. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil.
  2. Loosen the soil and mix in compost or organic matter.
  3. Ensure the site is free from waterlogging.

Sowing Seeds Outdoors

  1. Sow stratified seeds 1 inch deep in prepared soil.
  2. Water gently and keep the soil moist but not soggy.
  3. Germination may take 6 months to 2 years, depending on conditions.
  4. Protect young plants from pests and extreme weather.

Seed Stratification Process

(To Mimic Natural Germination)

Peony seeds have a double dormancy, meaning they require two chilling periods to sprout.

  1. Warm Stratification (First Stage):
    Soak seeds in water for 24 hours.
    Place them in a damp paper towel inside a plastic bag.
    Keep at 70-80°F (21-27°C) for 6-12 weeks until roots emerge.
  2. Cold Stratification (Second Stage):
    Transfer seeds to the refrigerator (40°F or 4°C) for 10-12 weeks.
    Keep them in moist vermiculite or a paper towel.
    Once shoots appear, they are ready for planting.

Pro Tip

Peonies take a few years to establish but can bloom beautifully for decades with minimal care. Stake tall varieties to support heavy blooms, and remove spent flowers to encourage strong growth.

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Getting to know your Peony

Peonies are long-lived perennials known for their large, fragrant, ruffled blooms in shades of pink, red, white, and yellow. They require full sun and well-drained soil, blooming in late spring. Peonies grow 2-3 feet tall and have dark green, glossy foliage that remains attractive throughout the season. They are deer-resistant and highly ornamental.

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