Characteristics

Paeonia ‘Petite Elegance’ may not stretch tall, but it leaves a lasting impression in every row it graces. Its double pink blooms unfold with a precision that feels almost ceremonial—soft petals laced with raspberry-pink edges, gathered like ruffled silk around a golden centre. Don’t let its height fool you: this mid-season cultivar is a powerhouse. With vigorous productivity and reliable side buds, it delivers more blooms per square metre than many of its taller cousins. Introduced in 1995 and ranked in the Standard category, ‘Petite Elegance’ brings structure, charm, and a rhythm growers quickly learn to count on.

Origin Petite Elegance Peony

Rooted in the legacy of East Asian lactiflora cultivation, ‘Petite Elegance’ reflects centuries of selection for both beauty and resilience. These peonies were never just ornamental—they were functional, adaptable, and prized for their workhorse reliability. This cultivar holds true to that lineage: compact, generous, and finely attuned to the grower’s calendar. Its size makes it ideal for tighter field configurations, while its bloom count keeps output high.

LACTIFLORA

A dependable lactiflora through and through, ‘Petite Elegance’ has the hallmark traits growers value: symmetry in form, uniformity in flowering, and adaptability across climate zones. Short but strong, it integrates effortlessly into both production lines and ornamental settings. For growers who balance scale with aesthetic finesse, it’s a quiet staple that performs without fuss.

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