What are bare root peonies and why do I get them in the fall?
Bare root peonies are fresh dug from our fields as described and are packed without soil since they will be going directly into your garden. Think of them like bulbs which produce their new roots in the fall, but are not to be stored for long periods because they don’t have the protective skin that say a tulip or daffodil bulb has and are best planted immediately upon receipt. Peonies make their best roots in the fall and that is the best time for planting them. Instructions are included on the website for your reference. Back To Questions^ • Can I add to my order? Yes, you may add to your order until the last day for ordering if a variety is still available. Some varieties do sell out so don’t wait if you really have your heart set on a particular variety. Back To Questions^ • When can I expect to receive my peonies? For peonies we use Priority Mail and schedule orders to ship the roots out in the order they are received. The earlier you order the sooner the scheduled ship date. Our s
Bare root peonies are fresh dug from our fields as described and are packed without soil since they will be going directly into your garden. This is similar to fall planted bulbs. Peonies behave more like bulbs becuase they produce their new roots in the fall. But peonies are typically not stored for long periods because they don’t have the protective skin that say a tulip or daffodil bulb has and must be planted immediately upon receipt. Peonies make their best roots in the fall and that is the best time for planting them. Instructions are included on the website for your reference. Back To Questions^ • What growing zones do peonies grow in? Peonies grow in cold climates from USDA growing zone 3-8. Higher growing zones in warmer climates are a real challenge to grow them because you muct force dormancy in the fall and manage the water very carefully. If you want to experiment in zones 9-10 it is at your own risk. Back To Questions^ • When can I expect to receive my peonies? Our shippi
