Peony

SEASONALITY
➜ Spring–Early Summer
➜ Peak Apr–Late May

DESIGN TYPE
➜ Focal Flower

VASE LIFE
➜ Moderate

BLOOM SIZE
➜ 3–8in+

STEM LENGTH
➜ 30–70cm

➜ Process peonies as soon as possible after arrival by giving the stems a fresh cut and placing them into clean, fresh water

➜ Don't be discouraged if the blooms arrive tight—peonies are harvested in bud form to protect the flowers and maximize vase life

➜ If you need blooms to open for an upcoming event, condition them in a slightly warmer room a day or two before designing while keeping them well hydrated

➜ For events later in the week, keep hydrated stems in the cooler as long as possible to slow the opening process and preserve the flowers for the big day

➜ Remove any protective guard petals only after the bloom begins opening naturally—they've done their job shielding the delicate inner petals during shipping

➜ Support fully open blooms with neighboring flowers if needed—the spectacular flowers can become surprisingly heavy as they mature

POSITIVES ➜
♡ Stunning bloom size
♡ Romantic appearance
♡ Highly sought-after flower
♡ Incredible visual impact

NEGATIVES ➜
✗ Limited season
✗ Premium demand means premium pricing
✗ Bloom stages can vary dramatically
✗ Has absolutely no idea how much power it holds

When are peonies in season?
➜ Most peonies are available during late spring and early summer, though imported product may extend availability

Why are peonies so expensive?
➜ Their limited growing season, high demand, and labor-intensive production contribute to their premium value

Why did my peonies arrive in bud form?
➜ Tight buds travel more safely and open gradually after conditioning, giving you the most beautiful blooms and the longest possible vase life

What are the outer petals that look bruised or wrinkled?
➜ Those are guard petals—they naturally protect the bloom during growth and shipping, and many florists gently remove them once the flower begins to open

What design style best suits peonies?
➜ Choose peonies when you’re designing anything luxurious, springy, or elegant—they feel most at home in cottage-garden and meadow inspired spring looks, but can absolutely set off an elegant winter or fall look
➜ Availability is usually rare (and pricing reflects as much) but we’ve been lucky enough to feature them in our cooler in their usual off-seasons over the last few years

☆ One of the most requested wedding flowers in the world
☆ Incredible bloom size and texture
☆ Creates instant luxury and romance
☆ Absolutely worth the hype
☆ Causes otherwise rational adults to lose their minds

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☆ Ants are naturally attracted to the sugary nectar found on unopened peony buds, but they’re rarely present by the time stems reach the floral cooler

☆ Some peony plants can live for over 100 years, producing spectacular blooms generation after generation when properly cared for

☆ Peony season is so highly anticipated that florists often begin receiving availability requests months in advance, making them one of the most eagerly awaited flowers of the entire year