Blog: How to Plant Peonies in North Texas
- Annamarie
- Nov 22
- 2 min read
Updated: 5 days ago
Peonies are one of the most frequently requested cut flowers,
admired for their lush, romantic blooms. Now, with a little extra care, you can grow your own right at home in North Texas — bringing heirloom elegance from the garden straight into your vase.
Planting Tips for North Texas
Choose the right variety: Herbaceous peonies like Karl Rosenfield adapt well and reward you with abundant blooms.
Timing matters: Plant bareroot peonies in late fall to early winter (October–December) so they establish roots during cooler weather.
Location: Select a site with morning sun and afternoon shade to protect blossoms from the hottest part of the day.
Soil prep: Peonies love well‑drained, loamy soil. Enrich with compost to give roots the best start.
Planting depth: Set the root shallow — eyes should be just 1–2 inches below the soil surface. This ensures strong flowering.
Patience pays off: Peonies grow stronger each year, rewarding you with more blooms season after season.
Final Thought
Peonies aren’t just a florist’s favorite, they can be the star of your own landscape. By planting heirloom varieties like Karl Rosenfield, you’ll enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting one of the world’s most requested cut flowers right from your yard.
Photo Left: From commercial supplier Photo Right: Google search
DIY GIFT WRAP IDEA
Are you wanting to gift to someone, but not quite sure how to make that ugly root fit to show?
We got you covered with a little DIY gift wrap idea! (Or let us do it for you, select "please gift wrap" when you place your order!
Step 1: Protect the Root First (Moisture Barrier) keep the root dry but not airtight.
Place the peony root in a small, loose plastic bag OR wrap it in a sheet of parchment paper.
* Fold the top loosely. You want the root isolated from the kraft paper, but still able to breathe.
Add a little tag noting loose dirt.
Parchment wrap pictured below
Step 2: Dress it up for the Holiday!
We love a natural Kraft Paper look (pictured below) but you can also wrap in a box or bag!
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