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Hardy perennial
Paeoniaceae
Perennials
Peony ‘Cora Louise’
Peony
Peony 'Cora Louise': 100 cm tall and 100 cm spread, full sun exposure. White, purple blooms in June. Zone 3; choose soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 3
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Common namePeony ‘Cora Louise’
FamilyPaeoniaceae
GenusPeony
CultivarCora Louise
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical namePeony
For a sunny display, Peony 'Cora Louise' (Paeonia 'Cora Louise') offers flowers with shades of white and purple. Among its distinctive features are semi-double flowers. The foliage presents shades of green, which can be highlighted among different textures. Its usual flowering period is in June. At maturity, expect it to reach 100 cm in height and 100 cm in width, which suggests its use at the back of a flower bed and as a focal point.
In terms of cultivation, Peony 'Cora Louise' prefers full sun exposure; the recommended soil is well-drained garden soil, maintaining moderate moisture during establishment. Support the rooting of Peony 'Cora Louise' with deep watering, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. A spacing corresponding to its spread of 100 cm avoids having to move the clump in the first seasons. The indicated hardiness zone is zone 3, to be considered according to your garden's conditions.
Throughout the seasons, Peony 'Cora Louise' benefits from timely care: support heavy flowers as needed and keep the foliage healthy after flowering to recharge the rootstock. Avoid burying the eyes of herbaceous peonies too deeply; the planting depth influences their ability to flower. For associations, consider echinaceas, daylilies, and campanulas in varieties with similar needs. By composing around its volume of 100 cm by 100 cm, you will preserve the visibility of its flowering (June) and the circulation between plants.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
100 cm
Best planting time
Early fall for bare roots; spring or early fall for a potted plant that is already established.
Growing method
Peony ‘Cora Louise’: Early fall for bare roots; spring or early fall for a potted plant. Support the establishment of Peony ‘Cora Louise’ with deep watering, then check for moisture before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. Avoid planting herbaceous peony eyes too deeply; planting depth affects their ability to bloom.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Care level
Easy
Watering
Support the establishment of Peony 'Cora Louise' with deep waterings, then check the moisture level before re-watering. Adjust the frequency according to rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil.
Soil type
Well-drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Moderate humidity; water according to the actual state of the root ball
Seasonal care
Peony ‘Cora Louise’: support heavy blooms as needed and keep the foliage healthy after flowering to recharge the clump. During its blooming period (June), also check for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable and perforated container, noticeably wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and adult development.
To try Peony 'Cora Louise' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suited to the root ball and its future size (100 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
3.3 feet (1.02 m)
Width / spread
3.3 feet (1.02 m)
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Null and void
Growth rate
Slow
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Not documented for this selection
Bloom period
June
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Associations to consider for Peony ‘Cora Louise’: coneflowers, daylilies, bellflowers. Choose varieties that tolerate comparable sun exposure and humidity; allow each clump enough space to reach its mature size.
Plants to avoid
Around Peony ‘Cora Louise’, avoid above all neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility of light, water and spread takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Peony 'Cora Louise'?
Provide sunlight and a suitable soil (drained garden soil, retaining moderate moisture during installation). Avoid burying herbaceous peony "eyes" too deeply; planting depth affects their ability to flower.
What place should be reserved for Peony ‘Cora Louise’?
Allow for approximately 100 cm in height and 100 cm in width at maturity. Space plants about 100 cm apart on center, adjusting according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use at the back of a border or as a focal point.
When does Peony ‘Cora Louise’ bloom?
The indicated period is June. The flower palette is white, purple. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, season, and plant establishment.
How to water and care for Peony 'Cora Louise'?
Help 'Cora Louise' peonies establish themselves with deep watering, then check soil moisture before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid light daily watering on already moist soil. Support heavy blooms as needed and keep foliage healthy after flowering to replenish the plant.
Can 'Cora Louise' Peony be grown in a pot?
To try growing Peony ‘Cora Louise’ in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (100 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than if it were planted in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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