Top 16 Peony Rose Varieties, Planting and Caring for Them in the Open Ground

Rose bushes with peony-shaped buds look very decorative in a garden. The flowers have up to 100-110 petals. Breeders have developed both low-growing and tall varieties with a variety of bud colors. Below is information about the characteristics of peony roses, the variety of varieties and types by color, and the nuances of planting and caring for them in the garden.

Peony roses characteristics

This group was developed by the English breeder David Austin. For this reason, peony roses are also called English roses, or Austin roses. They are distinguished by their lush, double buds, shaped like peonies. The stems grow to 1-5 meters, and the flowers reach 15 centimeters in diameter.

The buds do not fully open, and the central petals remain twisted. The flowers come in a variety of colors. During bud opening, the bushes exude the aroma of myrrh, apples, pears, and vanilla.

Benefits of using in landscape design

The crop is planted in the garden for the following reasons:

1. When planted individually, the beautiful inflorescences attract special attention.
2. By planting peony roses around the perimeter of the garden, the gardener will get a hedge.
3. Serves as a decoration for a gazebo or other family recreation area.
4. They are used for vertical landscaping of the area: shoots of climbing varieties are launched along an arch or pergola.
5. Used in a mixborder in combination with other plants.

A variety of varieties and species by color

The main characteristic by which peony roses are classified is the color of their flowers.

Red varieties

The most attractive roses with red buds are as follows.

Benjamin Britten

This is a bush 90-150 centimeters tall. The inflorescences consist of 2-3 double buds about 12 centimeters in diameter. During flowering, the bushes exude a pear-like aroma. The red buds open twice a year.

The plant is named in honor of the English composer and conductor Benjamin Britten.

Othello

The bush reaches a height of 1.5 meters. Flowers grow singly or form in clusters of several buds. The petals change color depending on weather conditions, ranging from raspberry to cherry and purple.

During the flowering period, the plant emits a delicate aroma of rose oil.

William Shakespeare

The bush develops into a luxurious, dense bloom. The buds reach 10 centimeters in diameter. Initially, the rose petals are a velvety red. They then turn a rich purple.

In 1987, David Austin introduced an improved variety, William Shakespeare 2000, which was disease resistant.

Tradescant

The bushes reach a height of 180 centimeters. The inflorescences consist of 4-10 buds. The flowers are dark red, almost black. Initially, they are cup-shaped, then flatten. Tradescant is prized not only for its beautiful inflorescences but also for its vibrant fragrance.

Gardeners note that Tradescant flowers smell like Turkish delight.

Yellow

Peony roses with yellow buds bring joy and lift the spirits. The most beautiful varieties are:

Pat Austin

The height of the bushes varies between 100 and 150 centimeters. The inflorescences consist of 3 to 7 buds. The petals are two-colored. The outer part is copper-yellow. The inner part is a bright copper.

The rose's shoots are weak, so it requires support.

Golden Celebration

This is one of the best cultivars. Double buds are copper-yellow. Inflorescences are formed by 3-7 flowers, 8-14 centimeters in diameter. The buds open early, and bloom twice per season.

A beautiful rose is planted near the gazebo and used as a hedge.

Graham Thomas

Depending on growing conditions, the shoots reach a height of 1.5-3 meters. The cup-shaped, double buds are a rich yellow. The first bloom occurs in early summer. After a short break, a second wave of bud formation begins.

The bushes of this variety look beautiful next to lavender, burgundy barberry, and pennisetum.

Lady Charlotte

The peony rose grows to a height of approximately 180 centimeters and spreads up to 1.5 meters wide. The yellow buds initially take on a pointed shape. Later, the flowers become hemispherical. Each bud contains 90-100 petals.

Lady Charlotte blooms twice a season.

Pink

Bushes with pink inflorescences captivate with their beauty, creating a sense of lightness and fragility. The most beautiful varieties:

Rosalind

The shoots reach 90-100 centimeters in height. The bush spreads 60 centimeters in width. The flower cluster consists of 7-9 ovoid buds. The flowers are soft pink and double.

A bush with delicate pink inflorescences serves as a garden decoration during the summer and early autumn.

Miranda

This compact bush grows up to 1.2 meters tall and is 60 centimeters wide. The center of the bud is a rich pink. The edges of the petals lighten. The buds reach a diameter of 10-11 centimeters.

Beautiful inflorescences are not subject to fading.

Juliet

The bush grows to 80 centimeters tall. The shoots are strong and upright. The petals are apricot-peach. Buds form twice a year. During flowering, the bushes exude a delicate fragrance.

The peony-shaped Juliet rose decorates terraces, gazebos, and flower beds.

Keira

This variety forms a bush 120 centimeters tall. The inflorescences are borne solitary or in clusters of 2-3. The buds are large and cup-shaped. The petals are a soft pink.

During the rain, the buds of the Keira rose remain decorative.

Constance Spry

The plant's vines reach a height of 4 meters. Rounded buds form singly or in clusters of 5-6. The petals are pale pink. The rose's shoots are used to grow along arches or pergolas.

Constance Spray is used for vertical landscaping of the area.

White varieties

Roses with white buds are used for romantic gardens. They exude purity and light. These are the most beautiful varieties.

Claire Austin

The shoots reach a height of 1.5 meters. The inflorescences consist of 3-6 porcelain-like flowers. When half-opened, the buds are cup-shaped. They then form into dense rosettes. The rose blooms until frost.

Rose Claire Austin serves as a vertical accent in the garden.

Tranquility

In the first year after planting, the plant produces shoots up to 1.5 meters long. The flowers are large and double. The buds are light yellow when closed. When they open, the flowers turn pure white.

During the flowering period, the bushes emit an apple aroma.

Snow Goose

The name translates as "Snow Goose." The rose's stems reach a height of 3 meters, producing dense clusters of snow-white buds. The variety's distinctive feature is the petals, which vary in length.

Snow Goose is used for vertical landscaping of the local area.

Features of planting and caring for flowers in the garden

To make a rose look decorative, it needs to be planted correctly and then carefully cared for.

Timing and technology of planting

The crop is planted outdoors in spring or fall. It's important to plant it a month before the expected frost. The root system is placed in a container of water for 3-4 hours. Potassium permanganate is added for disinfection.

Planting is done as follows:

• dig a hole measuring 60×60×60 centimeters;
• expanded clay or small stones are placed on the bottom;
• fill with fertile substrate;
• plant bushes and water them generously;
• if necessary, install a support.

To retain moisture, the soil around the seedlings is sprinkled with mulch.

Irrigation and fertilization of bushes

Roses are watered in the morning or evening with settled water. 15-20 liters of liquid are poured under the bush. The next watering is done after the top layer of soil has dried. Otherwise, the plant may be attacked by fungus. The following spring, nitrogen is added to the soil under the bushes. This substance promotes rapid shoot growth.

Then, throughout the season, apply mineral fertilizer without nitrogen. Otherwise, the peony rose will grow stems at the expense of flowering.

Trimming and shaping the cap

In the spring, sanitary pruning is performed. Diseased and dead branches are removed, and the crown is thinned. In the fall, shoots that have not yet matured are pruned. After each blooming period, buds that are beginning to dry out are cut off. The rose is not allowed to bloom in the year it was planted.

Cutting and using roses

This plant serves as a decorative addition to any home's garden. It's planted as a solitary specimen or combined with other plants. Low-growing varieties are planted along paths in borders, while taller varieties are used as hedges. This rose, with its thick stems and beautiful blooms, is used for cut flowers.

Shelter for the winter

Most varieties overwinter in the garden without cover. When steady frost sets in, the bushes should be earthed up to a height of 15-20 centimeters. In cold climates, a frame should be installed over the bushes and covered with agrofibre. If the vines are long, they should be removed from their supports before covering.

Protection from insects and diseases

In unfavorable climate conditions, peony roses can be susceptible to diseases and pests. To prevent these, they are treated with special preparations several times per season. Plant debris, which can harbor pathogens and insect larvae, is removed from the root area.

Methods of reproduction

Peony roses with shoots 70-100 centimeters tall are propagated by cuttings. If the stems are long, layering can be used. Experienced gardeners can propagate the bushes by grafting. Seed propagation is not used due to the labor-intensive and time-consuming process.