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Heirloom Peony Seeds - Candy Stripe Peony Flower Seeds for Garden

Heirloom Peony Seeds - Candy Stripe Peony Flower Seeds for Garden

$16.59 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds 1–2 cm deep in fertile, well-drained soil
Keep soil consistently moist until germination
Provide full sun to partial shade
Germination may take 3–4 weeks or longer

How to Grow

Water moderately, avoiding waterlogging
Fertilize with balanced plant food during growth
Mulch to retain moisture and protect roots
Remove spent flowers to encourage blooms

Tips

Stratify seeds by refrigerating for 4–6 weeks before planting for better germination
Avoid planting in low or waterlogged areas
Patience is needed as first blooms appear after 1–2 years
Provide winter protection in colder zones

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Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Perennial

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Fragrant Blooming

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Bushy Upright

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Spring

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Ornamental

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Heirloom Peony Seeds - Candy Stripe Peony Flower Seeds for Garden
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Perennial Flower

Candy Stripe Peony (Paeonia lactiflora) is a rare heirloom perennial prized for its fragrant, large, and uniquely patterned blooms. Perfect for ornamental gardens and collectors, it thrives in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. These peonies develop lush foliage and long-lasting flowers, enhancing flower beds, borders, and landscape designs with vibrant color, fragrance, and garden elegance.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

N/A

plant-height

Plant Height

Medium

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

3–8

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

45–60 cm

planting-depth

Planting Depth

Shallow

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Well-Drained

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTIN
036000184037

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Heirloom Peony 'Candy Stripe' a popular flowering plant?

Heirloom Peony 'Candy Stripe' is admired for its elegant double blooms featuring white petals accented with rosy-pink stripes, lush green foliage, and classic garden appeal, making it a popular choice for perennial borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower displays.

Where can Heirloom Peony 'Candy Stripe' be grown?

It grows well in flower beds, mixed borders, cottage gardens, and large containers with fertile, well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun to partial shade.

Do bees, butterflies, and other pollinators visit the flowers?

Yes, the large blooms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects during the flowering season.

Can Heirloom Peony 'Candy Stripe' be used as a cut flower?

Yes, its large, long-lasting blooms and sturdy stems make it well suited for fresh bouquets, floral arrangements, and elegant indoor displays.

Does removing spent flowers help maintain healthy plants?

Yes, deadheading faded blooms helps keep plants looking tidy and allows the plant to direct its energy toward healthy foliage and future growth under suitable growing conditions.

Does Heirloom Peony 'Candy Stripe' provide long-lasting seasonal interest?

Yes, healthy plants produce striking white and pink striped blooms complemented by lush green foliage, adding lasting color, texture, and ornamental appeal to gardens, borders, and containers throughout the flowering season under suitable growing conditions.