Rose
Rosa spp.
flowerRoses are the quintessential garden flower, beloved for their beauty, fragrance, and variety. From climbing roses to compact miniatures, there's a rose for every garden.
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Peony
Paeonia lactiflora
flowerPeonies are long-lived perennials producing large, fragrant flowers in late spring. Plant the crown no deeper than 5cm below the soil surface or they will not flower.
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Rose
Peony
light_modeLight
Full sun — 6+ hours.
Full sun to partial shade.
water_dropWater
Deeply 1–2 times per week at the base. Never overhead.
Regularly when establishing. Drought tolerant once established.
compostSoil
Rich, fertile, well-draining soil. pH 6.0–6.5.
Deep, fertile, well-draining soil.
scienceFertiliser
Feed every 2–3 weeks during growing season with rose fertiliser.
Balanced feed in early spring.
thermometerTemperature
Varies by variety. Most hardy to -20°C.
Hardy to -30°C (-22°F). Needs cold to flower.
humidity_percentageHumidity
Moderate. Good air circulation reduces disease.
Moderate.
Toxicity
Audience
Rose
Peony
cats
check_circleSafe
warningToxic
dogs
check_circleSafe
warningToxic
children
check_circleSafe
warningToxic
Rose — USDA Zones
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Peony — USDA Zones
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