Paeonia lactiflora 'Shirley Temple' is a beloved peony variety treasured for its spectacular double blooms that transition from soft blush pink to pristine white as they mature. Standing 36 inches tall, this classic perennial creates a stunning display in late spring gardens while offering a delightful fragrance that enhances any landscape. Perfect for both garden displays and as cut flowers, Shirley Temple combines elegance with remarkable durability.
A Timeless Garden Classic
Shirley Temple peonies bring exceptional value to any landscape design with their show-stopping qualities:
- Lush, double blooms measuring 6-8 inches across that transform from delicate pink to creamy white
- Rich, intoxicating fragrance that perfumes the entire garden area
- Dark green, deeply lobed foliage that remains attractive throughout the growing season
- Excellent deer resistance, reducing garden damage concerns
- Exceptional longevity, with properly established plants living for decades
- Versatile application in borders, cottage gardens, or as specimen plantings
- Outstanding performance as cut flowers, lasting up to a week in arrangements
These magnificent peonies create a dramatic focal point while requiring minimal maintenance once established, making them a smart investment for any landscape project.
Planting and Growing Information
Plant Shirley Temple peonies in fall or early spring in rich, well-drained soil with the eyes (growth buds) no more than 2 inches below soil level. Select locations with full sun to partial shade, providing afternoon protection in hotter regions. Plants bloom in early season (typically May-June) and benefit from support structures to prevent heavy blooms from bending stems. While slow to establish, these peonies reward patience with increasingly abundant flowering each year and exceptional cold hardiness through zones 3-8.
Order Your Premium Bare Root Peonies Today
Enhance your clients' landscapes with our premium quality Shirley Temple peonies, available in convenient packages of 15 bare root plants. These professional-grade specimens are sourced directly from our Dutch growing fields, ensuring superior performance and blooming potential. As a wholesale supplier to the trade since 1925, DeVroomen provides the exceptional quality your business demands. Contact our team to place your order or discuss custom quantities for your specific project needs. Available exclusively to qualified trade customers.
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EAN code03923
- CatalogWholesale Growers
- Singular UnitBare Root
- Bloom Height36" / 90 cm
- Light RequirementsSun, Partial Shade
- Bloom TimeBlooms early season
- Size3/5
- Packaged in15
- Zone3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
- UsesCut Flower Deer Resistant
- Shipping Time FrameSpring