Key Details About 'Gardenia' Peonies

With its exceptionally fragrant, fully double white blooms, 'Gardenia' is a treasured peony variety perfect for gardens and cut flowers. One of the most fragrant peonies.

• Type - 'Gardenia' is a double bomb type herbaceous peony (Paeonia lactiflora).

• Bloom color - The flowers open a blush white and mature to glistening white.

• Blooming season - Mid to late spring.

• Flower size - Large, fully double blooms grow up to 15 cm across.

• Plant height - Compact plants grow 60 cm tall.

• Foliage - Deep green divided leaves.

• Fragrance - Intoxicating fragrance reminiscent of gardenias.

• Unique traits - Abundant blooms on strong, sturdy stems that don't require staking.

• Awards - Recipient of the American Peony Society Gold Medal.

• Care - Grow in full sun with good air circulation. Provide organically rich, well-drained soil.

• Uses - Striking in bouquets and flower arrangements. Also nice in borders.

• Propagation - Propagate by division of tuberous roots in early fall.

• Hardiness - Should do well in most inland areas of South Africa above 600m elevation. Lower lying frost-free areas may be too warm. Very cold hardy.