When are peonies in season?

Peonies are beautiful flowers that are loved all around the world. They are frequently used to make wedding bouquets, to decorate our houses or for decoration in our gardens. They have an outstanding scent and have beautiful colours. But when are peonies in season? We would like to explain this to you. Feel free to read on.

When is the peony season?

The peony flower season is very short and lasts for only two months. You can buy peonies in May and June. If you are not only interested in flowers, you can also buy peony bulbs and plant them in your garden. Peonies only bloom once a year, in late spring to early summer.

Peony season varies with geography

Although the peony season is typically late spring to early summer, the timing of their bloom can vary depending on your geographical location and the specific peony variety. In temperature climates, peonies begin to emerge in April or May. If you live in a cooler region, you might have the privilege of enjoying peonies in early summer. People who live in warmer climates might find peonies blooming in March.

Why do peonies bloom for such a short time?

One of the special things about peonies is that they only bloom for a short period. Most peonies last about 7 to 10 days. Even if you grow different varieties that bloom early or late, the flowers themselves don’t stay open for long.

Peonies have a short blooming time because they spend most of the year saving energy in their roots. When spring arrives, they use that stored energy to produce big, beautiful flowers, but only for a little while.

How to extend the peony season?

Although the peony season is naturally short, there are ways to enjoy these beautiful flowers for a longer period. One method is to grow different varieties of peonies that bloom at different times. Another way to extend the season is through proper storage. If you cut peonies in the bud stage and store them in the refrigerator, they can last for several weeks before blooming. This technique is often used by florists to provide peonies outside their natural season.

If you want peonies in your garden year after year, planting peony roots in the fall ensures strong and healthy blooms in the following spring. Proper care, such as well-drained soil and full sun exposure, helps maintain a flourishing peony bed.

Groot & Groot: order peonies in bulk

Would you like to know more information about when peonies are in season? Or are you curious about the prices of our peony roots? Groot & Groot supplies peony flowers and peony cuttings in wholesale quantities. We supply worldwide to professional growers and (export) wholesalers. At Groot & Groot we are able to grow peonies all year round. So we are not seasonal. Please don’t hesitate to contact us. You can also e-mail us directly: info@grootgroot.nl or call: 0228-208050. We are happy to help you!