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Peony 'London' (Patio Peony)
Hardy Perennial
What is Hardy Perennial?
FROM £12.99
Large double deep pink flowers
Compact habit, perfect for patio pots
Easy to grow and last a lifetime!
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Sorry this item is unavailable, why not try these products insteadDescription How to Grow More Info DeliveryEnjoy the glamour of peonies in even the smallest of spaces with Peony ‘London’. Traditional herbaceous peonies are not suited to growing in pots, but Peony ‘London’ has been specifically developed for successful container growing, flowering prolifically on a much shorter plant. Peony ‘London’ forms neat bushy mounds of lush, deeply lobed, dark green leaves. Strong stems remove the need for staking and, unlike traditional varieties where the heavy blooms droop downwards spoiling the display, the flowers of Peony ‘London’ are held upright, their pert faces inviting admiration even when planted in low containers. Despite its petite proportions, Peony ‘London’ boasts large deep-pink double blooms that are produced in abundance.
Herbaceous peonies will last a lifetime in your garden, giving late spring to early summer displays of show-stopping, ruffled blooms each year for the minimum of effort. Plant them in borders or containers, where they will add structure, glamour and rich colour. They also make fabulous cut flowers. Height: 55cm (22in). Spread: 30cm (12in).
Culinary note: The petals can be added to salads, or cooked slightly and sweetened for a treat. Peony water was also once considered a delicacy and the blooms can be floated in punches. For more details about edible flowers click here.
Height Up to 55cm (22in)
Spread Up to 30cm (12in)
Hardy Perennial
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1 Bare Root Plant (KH1633)
2 Bare Root Plants (KH1634)
3 Bare Root Plants (KH1635)
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.
Water regularly until peony plants are fully established. Thereafter, herbaceous peonies require little maintenance and will grow happily for many years if left undisturbed. However, they will appreciate a mulch of well rotted manure or garden compost applied around the base of the plant in spring. Plants may take several years to establish before they produce their spectacular peony flowers.Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.
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