The Peony ‘Strawberry Swirl’ is a delightful herbaceous peony known for its eye-catching pink and white blooms that resemble a swirl of strawberries and cream. Flowering in late spring, this variety produces large, full double flowers with soft fragrance and dramatic color contrast. Its sturdy stems and dependable perennial nature make Strawberry Swirl both a stunning focal plant and an easy-care garden favorite that grows fuller each year.
Key Features:
• Bi-Color Blooms: Produces large double flowers streaked with strawberry pink and creamy white.
• Long-Lived Perennial: Returns stronger and fuller every year, blooming for decades.
• Strong Upright Growth: Sturdy stems hold heavy blossoms with minimal staking.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow once established.
• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and beneficial insects during bloom season.
Mature Size:
• Height: 30–36 inches
• Spread: 24–30 inches
• Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Hardiness Zones:
Zones: 3–8
Chill Hours:
Required for proper winter dormancy
Care Instructions:
• Sunlight: Full sun to light afternoon shade for best flowering.
• Soil: Prefers rich, well-drained soil with organic matter.
• Watering: Moderate watering; avoid soggy soil.
• Planting Depth: Eyes should be planted 1–2 inches below soil surface.
• Pruning: Cut foliage back after frost in fall to promote healthy growth.
Landscape Uses:
• Ideal for perennial borders and cottage gardens.
• Exceptional cut flower with long vase life.
• Beautiful focal plant for spring color displays.
• Perfect for classic and heirloom-style landscapes.
The Peony ‘Strawberry Swirl’ brings playful color and timeless elegance to the garden with its candy-striped blooms and dependable perennial performance. Easy to grow and exceptionally long-lived, it rewards gardeners year after year with spectacular flowers that add sweetness and charm to any landscape.
