Peony Mrs. F.D. Roosevelt
Best fragrant perennial for gardeners seeking elegant, deer-resistant cut flowers.
This award-winning peony brings a sophisticated, tea-rose fragrance and rare water lily form to the late-season garden. You sacrifice early spring color for these vigorous, deer-resistant blooms, but the sheer elegance of the seashell-pink petals makes the wait entirely worthwhile.
$16.96
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking fragrant, show-stopping floral displays
- Homeowners wanting low-maintenance, long-term landscape investments
- Floral designers needing reliable, sturdy stems for arrangements
Who should skip it
- Impatient gardeners looking for immediate, first-year results
- Minimalists wanting plants that require zero structural support
- Gardeners in humid climates prone to fungal issues
Performance breakdown
Fragrance potency
The signature tea-rose scent provides a powerful, intoxicating garden presence.
Aesthetic appeal
Water lily form and seashell-pink hues offer sophisticated, award-winning visual impact.
Growth vigor
Established root stock ensures reliable, free-flowering performance season after season.
Pest resistance
Natural deer resistance minimizes maintenance and protects your floral investment.
Cut flower utility
Sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms make these ideal for indoor arrangements.
Climate adaptability
Broad hardiness range allows for successful cultivation across most temperate zones.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
3-8
Sunlight Needs
Full Sun to Partial Sun
Mature Height
30-34 inches
Mature Spread
2-3 feet
Planting Depth
Crown at soil line, eyes 2"+ below
Planting Proximity
2-3 feet apart
Bloom Season
Late Spring to Early Summer (Mid-Season)
Includes
1 Peony Root
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Fragrance Level
Highly Fragrant
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