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Hardy perennial
Paeoniaceae
Perennials
Peony ‘White Cap’
Paeonia
Peony 'White Cap': 90 cm tall and 75 cm spread, full sun. Raspberry, pink, ivory blooms in May-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 ‘White Cap’
FamilyPaeoniaceae
GenusPaeonia
CultivarWhite Cap
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical namePaeonia
The silhouette of Peony 'White Cap' (Paeonia 'White Cap') adds dimension to garden compositions. The foliage offers shades of green, best highlighted among different textures. The typical flowering period is May-June. At maturity, expect 90 cm in height and 75 cm in width, making it suitable for mid-border placement and group plantings.
Soil selection is essential for Peony 'White Cap': well-drained garden soil that retains moderate moisture during establishment. Full sun exposure is preferred. Support the rooting of Peony 'White Cap' with deep waterings, then check the moisture before watering again. Adjust the frequency to rainfall and heat; avoid small daily waterings on already moist soil. A spacing of approximately 75 cm between centers serves as a starting guide, to be adjusted according to observed vigor. The indicated hardiness zone is zone 3, to be evaluated according to your garden's conditions.
Through the seasons, Peony 'White Cap' benefits from timely care: support heavy blooms as needed and keep the foliage healthy after flowering to recharge the rootstock. Avoid planting the eyes of herbaceous peonies too deeply; planting depth influences their ability to flower. For associations, consider campanulas, perennial geraniums, and daylilies in varieties with similar needs. The flowering period (May-June) and spread of 75 cm will serve as guides for arranging other plants around this one.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
29.5 inches
Best planting time
Early fall for bare roots; spring or early fall for a potted plant.
Growing method
Peony 'White Cap': Early autumn for bare roots; spring or early autumn for an established potted plant. Support the rooting of Peony 'White Cap' 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 burying herbaceous peony eyes too deeply; planting depth influences their ability to flower.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
When establishing Peony ‘White Cap’, provide deep watering, then check the moisture level before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily waterings if the soil is already damp.
Soil type
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 ‘White Cap’: support heavy blooms as needed and keep the foliage healthy after flowering to recharge the plant. During its flowering period (May-June), also look out for damaged stems and neighboring plants that could obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
A stable and perforated container, noticeably wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and to the adult development.
To try out 'White Cap' Peony in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (75 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants 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 feet (91.5 cm)
Width / spread
30 inches (76 cm)
Flower color
Pink
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Lapsed
Growth rate
Slow
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Undocumented for this selection
Bloom period
May-June
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Associations to consider for Peony ‘White Cap’: campanulas, perennial geraniums, daylilies. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and comparable moisture; allow each clump its mature space.
Plants to avoid
Around Peony 'White Cap', above all avoid neighbours that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility in terms 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 'White Cap'?
Provide sun and suitable soil (drained garden soil that retains moderate moisture during installation). Avoid burying the eyes of herbaceous peonies too deeply; planting depth influences their ability to flower.
What space should I reserve for Peony 'White Cap'?
Expect a height of about 90 cm and a spread of 75 cm at maturity. Space plants about 75 cm apart from center to center, adjusting as the clumps develop. This size is suitable for use in the middle of borders and for group plantings.
When does Peony ‘White Cap’ bloom?
The period indicated is May-June. The flower palette is raspberry, pink, ivory. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, season, and plant establishment.
How to Water and Care for Peony 'White Cap'?
Support the establishment of Peony ‘White Cap’ with deep watering, then check soil moisture before watering again. Adjust frequency based on rain and heat; avoid small daily applications to already moist soil. Support heavy blooms as needed and keep foliage healthy after flowering to replenish the plant.
Can 'White Cap' Peony be grown in a pot?
To try Peony 'White Cap' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (75 cm). Water must drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more frequently than if planted directly in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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