Paeonia 'Mother's Choice'
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Description
Paeonia 'Mother's Choice' is an exquisite peony that brings a touch of timeless elegance to any garden. With its large, double flowers in a unique ivory white, this variety offers a soft, glowing presence that complements any planting scheme. The creamy petals unfurl gracefully, creating a lush, full bloom that stands out without overwhelming the space. Paeonia 'Mother's Choice' is perfect for adding a sense of refinement to your garden, whether planted in borders, containers, or as a feature in a formal or cottage garden.
Not only does Paeonia 'Mother's Choice' impress with its beauty, but it also offers a delightful fragrance, making it a joy to enjoy both up close and from a distance. This exclusive variety thrives in well-drained soil and a sunny spot, making it an easy-care addition to your garden. Once established, Paeonia 'Mother's Choice' will reward you with stunning blooms year after year, with minimal maintenance. Its ivory white flowers provide a refreshing contrast against green foliage, while the sweet scent fills the air, making it a perfect choice for cut flower arrangements. Whether you’re looking to add elegance to a mixed border or enjoy the beauty indoors, Paeonia 'Mother's Choice' is sure to become a favourite in your garden.
Key features
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Good for cutting
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Comes back every year
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Loved by pollinators
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Thrives well in full sun
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In peat-free compost
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Low maintenance
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RHS Award (AGM)
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Fully hardy
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Rodent resistant
Specs & details
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Botanical name
Paeonia lactiflora 'Mother's Choice'
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Flower colour
Ivory-white, cream
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Plant size
3/5 eyes
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Established height
70cm-1m
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Established spread
70cm-1m
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Plant spacing
3 plants per m2
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Leaf colour
Green
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Habit
Upright
Clump-forming -
Life cycle
Perennial
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Hardiness
Fully hardy
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Years to establish
2-3 years
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Sunlight
Full sun
Partial shade -
Position
Sheltered
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Suitable for
Large containers
Borders
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens
Cut flower gardens -
Soil acidity
Any
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Soil moisture
Free draining
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Soil type
Loam
Sandy
Stony
Loam-based compost -
RHS Award (AGM)
Yes
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Growing skill
Easy to grow
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Scented
No
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Pollinator-friendly
Yes
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Mouse resistant
Yes
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Rabbit resistant
Yes
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Deer resistant
Yes
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Toxicity
Harmful if eaten
Plant calendar
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- Planting
- Flowering
Useful information
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Soak your Paeonia 'Mother's Choice' roots in water for 3-6 hours prior to planting.
Plant your bare roots into temporary pots with a multipurpose compost in spring and grow-on in a sheltered spot outdoors.
Choose a pot which comfortably fits the bare roots. Some have a noticeable crown which should be just below the soil surface with any top growth exposed.
Plant out into borders or permanent containers in late spring or early summer once in full growth. Choose a position in sun or shade depending on the variety.
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Orders placed before 1 March 2026
You can expect your order in Feb/March 2026Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2026
You can expect your order in April 2026Orders placed 16 April - 15 May 2026
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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