Jan Van Leeuwen Peony

Paeonia hybrid 'Jan van Leeuwen'

Pronunciation: pay-OHN-ee-uh
SKU #04613
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LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but not soggy.
SIZE: Fast growing; reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide.

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Description Fragrant, large, single blooms with white satin petals and contrasting large yellow centers dance atop beautiful, lush, green foliage in mid-spring. A wonderful addition to any spring bouquet. An excellent background plant for spring bulbs, or use in perennial or shrub borders. An herbaceous perennial. This herbaceous peony needs winter chill to set buds. It will not flower in zones 9 - 11.
Bloom Time Mid-spring
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Easy Care, Fast Growing
Problems/Solutions Deer Resistant
Growth Rate Fast
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Landscape Use Border, Container
Flower Color White
Foliage Color Green
Companion Plants Clematis (Clematis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Bellflower (Campanula); Coneflower (Echinacea); Phlox (Phlox)
Care Instructions Provide enriched, slightly acidic, well-drained soil; plant with crown slightly below soil level. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Remove spent blooms for a neat appearance. Apply side dressing of organic compost annually. Remove old foliage in the fall. Heavy blooms may require support. Herbaceous peonies need winter chill to set bud and flower- typically 500 to 1000 hours. They are not recommended for USDA hardiness zones 9 - 11.
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DescriptionFragrant, large, single blooms with white satin petals and contrasting large yellow centers dance atop beautiful, lush, green foliage in mid-spring. A wonderful addition to any spring bouquet. An excellent background plant for spring bulbs, or use in perennial or shrub borders. An herbaceous perennial. This herbaceous peony needs winter chill to set buds. It will not flower in zones 9 - 11.
Bloom TimeMid-spring
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Fast Growing
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateFast
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsClematis (Clematis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Bellflower (Campanula); Coneflower (Echinacea); Phlox (Phlox)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide enriched, slightly acidic, well-drained soil; plant with crown slightly below soil level. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Remove spent blooms for a neat appearance. Apply side dressing of organic compost annually. Remove old foliage in the fall. Heavy blooms may require support. Herbaceous peonies need winter chill to set bud and flower- typically 500 to 1000 hours. They are not recommended for USDA hardiness zones 9 - 11.

Frequently asked questions

Does Jan Van Leeuwen Peony produce flowers?
Mid-spring
Is Jan Van Leeuwen Peony evergreen or deciduous?
Jan Van Leeuwen Peony is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Jan Van Leeuwen Peony?
Jan Van Leeuwen Peony is Easy Care, Fast Growing.
Is Jan Van Leeuwen Peony resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant
How fast does Jan Van Leeuwen Peony grow?
Jan Van Leeuwen Peony has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Jan Van Leeuwen Peony in my landscape?
Jan Van Leeuwen Peony is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Jan Van Leeuwen Peony flowers?
Jan Van Leeuwen Peony produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Jan Van Leeuwen Peony?
Jan Van Leeuwen Peony has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Jan Van Leeuwen Peony?
Good companion plants for Jan Van Leeuwen Peony include: Clematis (Clematis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Bellflower (Campanula); Coneflower (Echinacea); Phlox (Phlox).
How do I care for Jan Van Leeuwen Peony?
Provide enriched, slightly acidic, well-drained soil; plant with crown slightly below soil level. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Remove spent blooms for a neat appearance. Apply side dressing of organic compost annually. Remove old foliage in the fall. Heavy blooms may require support. Herbaceous peonies need winter chill to set bud and flower- typically 500 to 1000 hours. They are not recommended for USDA hardiness zones 9 - 11.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.