white peony flower seeds Peony Seeds

white peony flower seeds Peony Seeds(Paeonia lactiflora) Perennial. Zones 3 8. Native to Northern China, this species type peony bears large, fragrant white blooms, 5 inches in diameter and makes a stately addition to the garden. Grows to 5 feet. Although rare, there may be variation in flower colour: white, pink or crimson petals. Roots are very sensitive to disturbances, GROWING INSTRUCTIONS**Difficult For best results, sow seeds outdoors early Fall in a cold frame with mulch or late

(Paeonia lactiflora) Perennial. Zones 3 - 8.

Native to Northern China, this species type peony bears large, fragrant white blooms, 5 inches in diameter and makes a stately addition to the garden. Grows to 5 feet. Although rare, there may be variation in flower colour: white, pink or crimson petals. Roots are very sensitive to disturbances,  

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GROWING INSTRUCTIONS**Difficult

For best results, sow seeds outdoors early-Fall in a cold frame with mulch or late-Winter/early-Spring in a greenhouse. If sowing indoors...

SEED PRETREATMENT: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours. Mix seeds with a moistened grow medium equal to 3-4 times seed volume. Place in a plastic bag, covered tray/cells or container.

STRATIFICATION: After soaking seeds, start 90 days warm/moist (20°C), the top of your fridge is a good spot for this. Monitor for mold. Next, 90 days cold/moist (5°C), in your fridge is a good spot for this. Inspect periodically for moisture and early germination.

POST-STRATIFICATION: Sow stratified seeds 3/8” deep, mulch the seed bed.

GERMINATION: Germination is naturally slow. When all previously mentioned requirements are fulfilled, germination will  occur over the next 3 years. The first year seeds sprout plants often produce only one leaf.  

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