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Garden Peony

Paeonia 'Gardenia'

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Overview

*Paeonia 'Gardenia'*: Resembling the fragrance of tropical gardenias, this herbaceous peony presents lush, double blooms of creamy white with a hint of blush pink. Flowers reach up to 5-7 inches in diameter and stand on sturdy stems, 34 inches tall, ideal for cutting. Preferring full sun to part shade, this late-spring bloomer has dark green foliage, spreading 24-36 inches wide. Hardy in zones 3-8, requires well-drained soil.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–8Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — Preferring full sun to part shade
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — double blooms of creamy white with a hint of blush pinkGarden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — this herbaceous peony presents lushGarden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — Flowers reach up to 5-7 inches in diameter and stand on sturdy stems, 34 inches tall, ideal for cuttingGarden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — *Paeonia 'Gardenia'*: Resembling the fragrance of tropical gardeniasGarden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — large double blooms are reminiscent of the exotic gardeniaGarden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — sweet scent that enhances garden ambiances and makes for exceptional cut flowers in floral arrangements+12

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–8

Shape & size

Mature height
2–3 Ft.
Mature width
2–3 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Paeoniaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — Preferring full sun to part shade
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — double blooms of creamy white with a hint of blush pink
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — this herbaceous peony presents lush
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — Flowers reach up to 5-7 inches in diameter and stand on sturdy stems, 34 inches tall, ideal for cutting
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — *Paeonia 'Gardenia'*: Resembling the fragrance of tropical gardenias
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — large double blooms are reminiscent of the exotic gardenia
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — sweet scent that enhances garden ambiances and makes for exceptional cut flowers in floral arrangements
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — the Gardenia Peony provides an exuberant display that can last up to 7-10 days
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — with creamy white petals that can span up to 5 to 7 inches across when fully open
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — deep green foliage that reaches a mature height of about 30 to 36 inches with an equal spread
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — Hardy in zones 3-8, requires well-drained soil
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — commonly referred to as the Gardenia Peony
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — Each blossom emits a delightful
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — spreading 24-36 inches wide
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — this late-spring bloomer has dark green foliage
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — typically around May to June
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — this peony variety is as stately as it is fragrant
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — <br><br>Flowering in late spring to early summer
Garden Peony (Paeonia 'Gardenia') — is a coveted herbaceous perennial that evokes an air of classic elegance in any landscape design
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