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Alertie Peony Root

Alertie Peony Root

$26.00 USD
$26.00 USD
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Alertie Peony Root with 5-8 Eyes

Alertie Peony, an incredibly productive and charming herbaceous variety celebrated for bringing an early whisper of romance to the garden. This highly floriferous selection begins its display with compact, cranberry-colored buds that unfurl into gorgeous, 6-inch fully double puffball-shaped blossoms. The flowers open in a soft, delicate apple-blossom pink with a subtly deeper rose center, gracefully transitioning to an elegant blush-white accented by a faint raspberry eye over time. Rising on short, robust, and exceptionally stocky stems that reach up to 28 to 34 inches tall, it shrugs off wind and heavy rain without needing any physical staking. Highly favored by commercial cut-flower growers for its massive stem yields and outstanding vase longevity, Alertie infuses the spring landscape with a strong, wonderfully sweet fragrance featuring crisp minty undertones.

Alertie Peony Information 

  • Cultivar: Alertie
  • Botanical Name: Paeonia lactiflora ‘Alertie’
  • Group: Herbaceous Lactiflora
  • Bloom Form: Full Double / Puffball-type
  • Bloom Size: 5.5" to 6"
  • Color: Soft Apple-Blossom Pink fading to Blush White with Raspberry Eye
  • Height: 2.3' to 2.8' (28–34 inches)
  • Fragrance: Strong, Sweet with Minty Undertones
  • Bloom Time: Very Early to Early Season
  • Hardiness: USDA Zones 3 to 8
  • Originator: Historic European / Victorian Era Variety
  • Country: Netherlands / Europe

Bare Root Peony Shipping Information

Peony root orders will ship in Fall, with shipping beginning in November (weather dependent). Shipping is only available within the United States.

Orders to colder climates are shipped first; customers are responsible for ensuring the ground is workable upon arrival.

Your order is confirmed once you receive an order number. Once an order is placed, it is considered final. We do not accept cancellations after the order has been placed.To add to an existing order, please email us at dahliaflowersinbloom@gmail.com.

Terms & Conditions (Checkout Agreement)

By checking out, you agree to our terms and designated shipping schedule. Once your order is confirmed, it is final, and the buyer assumes responsibility for proper root storage if the ground is frozen upon delivery. Mild weather windows across many regions allow for successful outdoor planting well into December. Because peonies benefit from winter chill, you can easily dig your planting holes ahead of time if freezing soil is a concern.

Bare Root Peony Growing Information & When to Expect Blooms

Planting Time: Plant your bare roots in the fall as soon as you receive them, before the ground freezes solid. This gives the root system time to establish over the winter.

Planting Depth: Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the roots. Position the root with the "eyes" (buds) pointing upward, 1 to 2 inches below the soil surface. Planting them too deep will prevent the plant from blooming.

Sun & Soil: Choose a location with full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily) and rich, well-draining soil. Avoid waterlogged areas to prevent rot.

When to Expect Blooms:

  • Year 1 (First Spring): The plant will focus its energy on root establishment and foliage growth. You may see a few green shoots or small leaves, but blooms are rare or may be very small.
  • Year 2: Foliage will become fuller and stronger, and you may get your first light bloom.
  • Years 3 and Beyond: The peony will reach maturity, producing its full-sized, abundant blossoms and peak performance.

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