Paeonia 'Patio Rome'

Paeonia 'Patio Rome': Blushing Layers for the Refined Garden

Rich in form and soft in colour, Paeonia 'Patio Rome' features fully double, rose-pink blooms filled with delicate layers of petals and a hidden glow of yellow stamens deep within. Bred for container culture and small gardens, it brings the full opulence of traditional peonies to more intimate settings without compromising on impact or elegance.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 45–55 cm
• Spread: 50–60 cm
• Flower Colour: Soft rose-pink; fully double with golden-yellow stamens nestled at the centre
• Flowering Period: Late spring to early summer
• Foliage: Deep green, compact and finely divided
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, moist but well-drained soil; ideal for raised beds, containers, or small borders

Uses and Benefits: Paeonia 'Patio Rome' brings traditional peony grandeur to small spaces, offering abundant bloom on a conveniently compact plant. Perfect for patios, balconies, and urban borders, its refined form and gentle colouring make it an excellent choice for soft garden schemes and seasonal container displays. Long-lasting in the vase and low maintenance in the landscape, it delivers beauty and fragrance without demanding space.

Companion Plants: Surround Paeonia 'Patio Rome' with Nepeta 'Cat’s Pajamas', whose dense violet blooms enhance the peony’s pink petals and attract early pollinators. Add Achillea 'New Vintage White' for fresh, flat-topped blooms that provide visual lift and contrast. Complete the planting with Calamagrostis 'Avalanche', a graceful, variegated feather reed grass that adds vertical elegance and movement behind the rounded peony form.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun or light shade with fertile, well-draining soil. Water consistently during dry spells, especially in containers. Mulch in spring to conserve moisture. Deadhead after flowering to maintain appearance and cut back foliage in autumn. Once established, peonies are remarkably long-lived and thrive undisturbed in their original location for many years.

History: Paeonia 'Patio Rome' is part of the Patio® series—a line of dwarf peonies developed for smaller gardens and containers. It combines the timeless appeal of old-world peonies with a scale and performance tailored to today’s more compact outdoor spaces.

Final Thoughts: With layers of blush and a golden heart, Paeonia 'Patio Rome' brings peony splendour to every corner—proving that classic beauty belongs in gardens of all sizes.