Pack of 1 root

Root size 5/8 (largest size 5-8 eyes)

Peony ‘Moonrise’

Peony ‘Moonrise’ is a flower of rare luminosity—an early-flowering, single to semi-double peony with broad, creamy-white petals that unfold like moonlight across the garden. At its heart sits a soft blush of pale yellow stamens, glowing gently against the purity of the petals. The effect is fresh, serene, and ethereal, like a quiet dawn or the pale glow of a rising moon. Its blooms have a spacious simplicity, more painterly than opulent, which brings calm and balance to the planting around it.

Flowering in late spring, ‘Moonrise’ rises to 80–90 cm (32–36 in), with strong, clean stems that hold its blooms elegantly above healthy, dark green foliage. It is one of the first peonies to flower, heralding the start of the season with a freshness that few others can match. Beautiful in the border or cut for the vase, it is a plant that combines delicacy with dependability, rewarding year after year with a glow of quiet splendor.

Position: Full sun or very light shade, in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Particularly effective at the front or middle of a border, where its early bloom time can be most appreciated.

How to Plant & Grow Peonies

Quick Planting Guide

Planting time: Fall (best) or early spring
Soil: Fertile, well-draining, rich in organic matter
Depth & spacing: Plant crown so eyes are 1–2" below soil surface; space 3' apart
Light: Full sun (at least 6 hours daily)
Bloom: Late spring–early summer (May–June, depending on variety)

Step-by-Step Planting Instructions

1. Prepare the roots
Peonies are sold as bare roots with several “eyes” (buds).
Soak bare roots in water for 1–2 hours before planting to rehydrate.

2. Choose the planting site
Peonies prefer a permanent spot — they dislike being moved once established.
Select a sunny, open site with excellent drainage and rich, loamy soil.
Avoid areas with standing water, as peonies resent “wet feet.”

3. Plant the roots
Dig a hole wide enough to spread roots comfortably.
Set the crown so the pink “eyes” sit just 1–2" below soil surface (too deep = no blooms).
Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water well.
Space plants 3' apart to allow mature clumps room to grow.

4. Growing on & care

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist the first growing season. Established plants are drought tolerant but benefit from deep watering during dry spells.

• Feeding: Apply compost or a balanced fertilizer in early spring and again after flowering.

• Mulching: A thin mulch in winter protects roots, but keep mulch away from the crown to prevent rot.

5. Bloom time
Peonies bloom in late spring to early summer (May–June).
Flowers are large, often fragrant, and come in a wide range of colors depending on the variety.

6. After flowering
Deadhead spent blooms to keep plants tidy.
Allow foliage to remain through summer to feed the roots.
In autumn, cut stems back to the ground once foliage dies back naturally.

Tips for Success

• Peonies may take 2–3 years to establish before flowering heavily, but reward you with decades of blooms.

• Plant in a spot with good air circulation to reduce risk of botrytis (grey mold).

• Use supports or rings to hold up heavy flower heads in bloom.

• Peonies make excellent cut flowers — harvest when buds are soft and marshmallow-like.