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Peony Roots - Jan Van Leeuwen

This crisp white cup-shaped bloom is deer and pest resistant

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About the Variety

Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Attracts Bees
Fragrant
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Medicinal
Deer Resistant
Rodent Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Paeonia

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 24 to 36 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Single
  • Japanese
  • Herbaceous

COLOR

  • White

A long-time favorite of peony growers, the Jan Van Leeuwen has white satin petals with a bright yellow center. They exude the most fragrant scent that will last long after you've brought them inside for decorating. Sitting tall on a 3-foot stem, this peony will add a touch of elegance to any home garden.

  • Note: Fall-Planted Peonies Ship to All Zones Beginning in October
  • Late Spring to Early Summer Blooming, Easy to Grow
  • Cheery Blooms that Smell Wonderful!

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall
  • Spring

PLANTING DEPTH

  • Top of Root Should Be No More Than 1 to 2 inches Below Soil

WATER NEEDS

  • Low

PLANT SPACING

  • 3 to 4 feet

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8

Planting Guide

View our Peony Planting Guide to learn more.

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Peony Roots - Jan Van Leeuwen

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Peony Roots - Jan Van Leeuwen FAQs

What size bulbs will I receive with Jan Van Leeuwen Peony?

Jan Van Leeuwen Peony roots have 2 to 3 eyes per root.

Is Jan Van Leeuwen Peony resistant to animals or disease?

Jan Van Leeuwen Peony is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of bulb is Jan Van Leeuwen Peony grown from?

Jan Van Leeuwen Peony is grown from a root.

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