Peony 'Shirley Temple' root

2026-04-10T10:36:37-07:00

Vendor: A.D.R. Bulbs, Inc.
Type: Peony root
Price: 11.87

Soft, fully double blooms open blush pink and fade to creamy ivory, giving a clean, romantic look as they mature. Fragrant, reliable, and long-lasting in the vase, this is a go-to for classic white and blush palettes.

Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

Height: 32–36 inches

Bloom Size: 4–6 inches, fully double

Color: Blush pink fading to ivory white

Fragrance: Light to moderate

Light: Full sun to part shade

Use: Cut flowers, borders, mixed plantings

Foliage: Glossy green; holds well through season

Notable: Introduced in the 1940s; long-standing favorite

Establishment Note: Spring-planted peonies focus on root growth their first year and may not bloom. Expect flowers starting in year 2 once established.

PLANTING AND GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Planting Time: Early spring, as soon as soil is workable

Depth: Crown 1–2" below soil surface (do not plant deeper)

Spacing: 2.5–3 feet apart

Light: Full sun (6–8 hours)

Soil: Well-drained; amend with compost if needed

Water: Deep water after planting; keep lightly moist first season (not soggy)

Fertilizer: Skip year one; focus on root growth

Support: Use rings/stakes early if needed

Pruning: Deadhead blooms; cut to ground after fall frost

Dividing: Avoid unless necessary; only divide in fall