Paeonia Shirley Temple (Select from Taylor's)
€7.95
Paeonia Shirley Temple from the Select by Taylor’s range is a timeless and much-loved peony, prized for its large, beautifully ruffled blooms and gentle fragrance. Flowering in June, this classic variety produces soft blush-pink buds that gradually open to creamy white, fully double flowers with a romantic, rose-like appearance. Held on strong, upright stems above lush green foliage, Shirley Temple makes a striking feature in garden borders and is equally valued as a cut flower for indoor arrangements. Long-lived and dependable, this peony brings early summer elegance to Irish gardens year after year.
Key Features
This variety is selected for its fragrant flowers and generous, fully double blooms that create a luxurious display in early summer. The subtle colour change as the flowers mature adds interest and depth, while sturdy stems ensure good garden performance. Well suited to Irish conditions, it is a reliable and low-maintenance perennial once established.
Size
Paeonia Shirley Temple reaches a flowering height of approximately 80cm, or around 32 inches, making it ideal for mid to back border planting.
Useful For
Perfect for herbaceous borders, cottage-style gardens, and cutting gardens, where its fragrance and elegant blooms can be enjoyed both outdoors and indoors.
Aftercare
Plant peony tubers in autumn or early spring in fertile, well-drained soil, ensuring the crown sits just below the soil surface. Position in full sun or light shade for best flowering. Water during dry spells in the first year and avoid disturbing plants once established, as peonies dislike being moved. Remove spent flowers after blooming and allow foliage to die back naturally in autumn.
Key Features
This variety is selected for its fragrant flowers and generous, fully double blooms that create a luxurious display in early summer. The subtle colour change as the flowers mature adds interest and depth, while sturdy stems ensure good garden performance. Well suited to Irish conditions, it is a reliable and low-maintenance perennial once established.
Size
Paeonia Shirley Temple reaches a flowering height of approximately 80cm, or around 32 inches, making it ideal for mid to back border planting.
Useful For
Perfect for herbaceous borders, cottage-style gardens, and cutting gardens, where its fragrance and elegant blooms can be enjoyed both outdoors and indoors.
Aftercare
Plant peony tubers in autumn or early spring in fertile, well-drained soil, ensuring the crown sits just below the soil surface. Position in full sun or light shade for best flowering. Water during dry spells in the first year and avoid disturbing plants once established, as peonies dislike being moved. Remove spent flowers after blooming and allow foliage to die back naturally in autumn.
