Paeonia lactiflora 'Mother's Choice'
paeony or peony
This gorgeous peony produces exquisite, fully double, large and fragrant blush white flowers, which are sometimes attractively marked with tiny crimson...
3 × 4 litre pots
£69.99
£23.33 each
available to order from autumn
4 litre pot
£29.99
available to order from autumn
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Plant description
This gorgeous peony produces exquisite, fully double, large and fragrant blush white flowers, which are sometimes attractively marked with tiny crimson flecks. They look a little like roses and top the strong stems from early to midsummer. A floriferous variety, 'Mother's Choice' makes an excellent garden plant, and will also produce superb cut flowers for the vase. They make a lovely gift too. Plant it close to a pathway or entrance, where the fabulous scent can be really appreciated.
All of our peonies are field grown. We supply potted plants throughout the year, and subject to availability during the dormant winter months, we also offer bare-root plants (or tubers). If buying a potted plant, please keep in mind that some of the compost may still be a little loose, falling away when the plant is removed from the pot.
All of our peonies are field grown. We supply potted plants throughout the year, and subject to availability during the dormant winter months, we also offer bare-root plants (or tubers). If buying a potted plant, please keep in mind that some of the compost may still be a little loose, falling away when the plant is removed from the pot.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Paeonia lactiflora Mother's Choice:
Bare root plants should either be potted up or planted out as soon as possible while avoiding frosty or waterlogged conditions. Plant all peonies into well-prepared soil, making sure that the highest bud on the crown is no deeper than 5cm (2in) below the soil surface. In growth, keep well fed and watered, and remove spent flowers after they have faded. In each subsequent spring, apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser around the base of the plant and mulch with well-rotted compost or manure.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
Warning
Pets: Skin irritant
