• Peony roots are dug and shipped as bare roots in the fall when the plants are dormant and the buds are mature. Shipping generally starts in late September and continues into October. On rare occasions depending on weather and volume, shipping can continue into November. Planting the bare roots directly in the ground when you receive them in fall gives your peonies an excellent opportunity to develop its root system heading into the winter season.

  • Yes, payment is taken at time of order. This is to reserve your peonies and prevent them from being sold to another buyer. Many of the highly desired peony varieties sell out well before bloom season.

  • When you receive your order, roots should be planted in the ground immediately. Peonies should not be grown in pots. We guarantee you will receive a healthy, live peony root ready for planting in the ground. If this is not the case, please ship the root back to Hidden Springs Peony Farm within 48 hours in its original packaging as received for a refund.

ACTIVITIES AT THE FARM

  • Pick your own peonies spring grove minnesota

    Pick Your Own Peonies

    Experience the joy of picking your own peonies at the farm. You’ll receive access to a separate area of the farm with a variety of pre-cut peonies to choose from.

    AVAILABLE SPRING 2026
  • A man wearing a straw hat and white shirt tending to potted plants inside a greenhouse filled with various green plants on shelves and hanging baskets.

    Greenhouse Gatherings

    Our spacious greenhouse is full of rare cactus varieties, herbs, luscious plants, and more! Enjoy the opportunity to peek inside and see all of the interesting plants we’re growing.

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  • A couple hugging each other in a flower field during sunset.

    Photoshoots

    Our peony farm delivers an unforgettable backdrop for family, senior, and wedding photography sessions. Stay tuned as we share more information about booking an upcoming session.

    AVAILABLE SPRING 2026
  • A wicker basket filled with pink and white peony flowers.

    Peony Bouquets

    Treat your loved ones to a breathtaking peony bouquet, created with one-of-a-kind blooms only available at Hidden Springs.

    AVAILABLE SPRING 2026
  • Person walking through a flower field with a basket.

    Farm Tours

    Explore our acres of peony crops, get a behind-the-scenes look at our greenhouses, and learn about our visions for the future.

    AVAILABLE SPRING 2026
  • Picnic with the Peonies flower farm peony farm

    Picnic with the Peonies

    Experience a memorable picnic among our fields of peonies. We’ll provide the blankets and picnic baskets.

    AVAILABLE SPRING 2026
Blog
The seven stages of peony growth (And whre we’re at right now)
The seven stages of peony growth (And whre we’re at right now)

Here on the farm, we have peonies just poking out of the ground. That puts us in stage two of the peony growth cycle. Of course there are still plenty of varieties that haven’t shown up yet and are still in stage one.

There are seven stages all together that take us through the season from development underground to the big and beautiful blooms.

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Our 2026 T-Shirt Is Here (and You Could Win One!)
Our 2026 T-Shirt Is Here (and You Could Win One!)

We’re excited to share the brand-new 2026 Hidden Springs Peony Farm t-shirt design—and we think you’re going to love it!

To celebrate, we’re giving one away to our email subscribers.

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Time to uncover your peonies
Time to uncover your peonies

Spring peony care tip: remove winter mulch from your peonies to help new shoots emerge. Only newly planted peonies need winter protection—established plants thrive uncovered. Learn when and how to safely uncover your peonies for a healthy, blooming season.

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Come for the peonies, Stay for the birds
Come for the peonies, Stay for the birds

Experience spring at Hidden Springs Peony Farm in Spring Grove, Minnesota, where migrating robins, soaring eagles, bluebirds, hummingbirds, and vibrant songbirds join breathtaking peony blooms for unforgettable bird watching and flower-filled farm visits in Southeast Minnesota.

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The Secret to Stunning Peony Pairings
The Secret to Stunning Peony Pairings

Looking for the best companion plants for peonies? Discover expert-recommended peony pairings — from spring bulbs like daffodils and tulips to summer bloomers like lavender, coneflowers, and hydrangeas — plus beautiful ground covers to keep your garden colorful, layered, and low-maintenance all season long.

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Beware of AI-Generated Peony Scams
Beware of AI-Generated Peony Scams

AI-generated peony scams are flooding the internet with fake “black” and “blue” peony varieties—often sold as seeds with promises of rare colors that do not exist. In reality, true black and blue peonies are genetically impossible, and legitimate named peony varieties are propagated by root division, not seed. Learn how to spot red flags, avoid seed scams, and safely buy authentic bare root peonies from trusted growers.

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