Groups of Peonies Peony flowers are grouped according to flower shape. Single, semi-double, anemone, Japanese, and double flower forms are the most common. Although peonies only bloom for 1 to 2 weeks in early summer, by planting early-, mid-, and late-season varieties, you can extend the bloom time to four to six weeks.

Understanding the Context

The Top Recommended Varieties of Peonies Peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Sarah Bernhardt') This is a good peony for all climates, and especially for the South, because it blooms early before it gets too hot. By Mother's Day in May, these blooms are finished after giving a great early spring show. Plant database entry for Peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Bowl of Beauty') with 82 images, 2 comments, and 29 data details. Plant database entry for Peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Sorbet') with 37 images, 2 comments, and 28 data details.

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Plant database entry for Peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Karl Rosenfield') with 57 images, 2 comments, and 26 data details. Plant database entry for Peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Lady Anna') with 9 images and 18 data details. Peony lactiflora 'Krinkled White' Hybridized by Archie Brand in 1928 and considered one of the finest of all white single peonies, award-winning Peony 'Krinkled White' features large blossoms with crepe paper-like, crinkled petals surrounding a tuft of golden stamens in their center.