Peony Care Guide. When are peonies in season?
Peonies are in season from late spring to early summer – always a highlight of the floral calendar.
When should I send peonies as a gift?
Being one of our most popular flowers, you can send peonies to a loved one during their short season, whatever the occasion! They're perfect whether celebrating a birthday, milestone moment or just because.
What do peonies symbolise?
Peonies symbolise love, honour, happiness, wealth, romance, and beauty. However, each individual colour holds a meaning of its own.
Red peonies symbolise passion, wealth, power, and respect.
Pink peonies mean happiness, joy, grace, and gratitude.
White peonies symbolise purity, new beginnings, and innocence.
Yellow peonies represent good fortune, happiness and friendship.
Purple peonies hold the meaning of luxury, royalty, healing, spirituality, and magic.
Coral peonies represent creativity and energy.
Orange peonies represent warmth, success, pride, and excitement.
Burgundy peonies symbolise elegance, beauty, and strength.
What colours do peonies come in?
Nothing sparks joy like a FLOWERBX peony, coming in a colour palette that will leave you wanting to try them all! You'll find a range of pink, white, and red varieties in our Peony collection, from Powder Pink to Primrose, or deeper, more sumptuous shades like burgundy-toned Boudoir. Although these are the most popular and beautiful colours, you can also find peonies in hues such as yellow, peach, orange, and purple
How long do cut peonies last in a vase?
Depending on how you care for them, peonies can bring beauty to your home for up to a week – but they could last even longer with the right care.
Do you have a peony flower subscription?
Yes! Sign up for The Seasonal Subscription, and enjoy up to eight weeks of peony deliveries between late spring and early summer.
Where can I find out more about peonies?
If you'd like to read more about our varieties of peonies, plus their symbolism, meaning, and care tips, head over to our peony guide.
Do you offer gift wrapping?
Yes – like all FLOWERBX bouquets, we offer our signature gift wrap and branded ribbon on all orders of peonies.
What are my delivery options when ordering peonies?
We offer three types of delivery at FLOWERBX: Standard delivery, Express- next-day delivery nationwide, and Express - same-day delivery to London postcodes. To find out more about any of our delivery options, head to our shipping page.