The Secret to Stunning Peony Pairings
This week’s article is inspired by a customer question, which I always love getting.
“I would appreciate suggestions on what perennial I might plant in front or behind our lineup of peonies.”
- Cecilia
Peonies, of course, are gorgeous on their own. But pair them with some other spring bloomers and something magical happens.
A spring garden is just the boost we all need after a long winter. Here are a few of my favorite peony pairs that also bloom in spring.
Bleeding Heart
Spring bulbs like Tulips, Daffodils, Hyacinth, Crocus and more!
Spring-blooming Allium
Iris
Columbine
Foxglove
Baptisia
Virginia Anemone
Spring-blooming Clematis
Wild Lupine
Virginia Bluebells
Violas
If you’re looking for some suggestions on peony pairs that keep the color coming after peony season is over, try these!
Lavender
Poppies
Summer and fall-blooming Allium
Russian Sage
Coneflowers
Summer-blooming Clematis
Hydrangeas
Delphinium
Masterwort
Roses
And finally, if you’re looking for some ground cover around your peonies to keep weeds down but keep the peonies in full focus, try these!
Snow in Summer
Ajuga
Creeping Thyme
Sedums
Sun-loving Hostas
Sage
Pachysandra
Which combinations have you discovered for your spring space? Please share them!
The ideas are almost endless and so specific to the personality of each gardener. My style is to choose one or two extra perennials that bloom at different times to pair with peonies for maximum impact all season long. And I highly recommend planting daffodils among the peonies to get the bloom season started as early as possible with deer and rabbit resistance.
Thanks Cecilia!
Do you have a different question? Simply email it my way! (Laura@HiddenSpringsPeonyFarm.com)
I’m always here to help you grow your beautiful peonies.
