Candice | Pink Peony

Meet Candice, the Pink Peony.

Candice believes in making an entrance…and taking her time getting ready. With lavish pink petals and a flair for seasonal appearances, she brings a little garden-party glamour wherever she puts down roots.

She likes a sunny spot, well-drained soil, and the freedom to settle in without someone constantly rearranging her life. Choose her place thoughtfully, give her room to grow, and be patient while she makes herself at home. Good relationships take time. So do good flowers.

In winter, Candice retreats below ground for her beauty sleep. Don’t mistake her absence for an exit: she’s a perennial, preparing for another growing season. Once established, she can become a familiar face in your garden for years to come.

Sweet? Absolutely. Available for everyone’s demands year-round? Certainly not.

“Darling, I’m seasonal. You’ll have to look forward to me.”

Botanical name: Paeonia lactiflora
Plant type: Outdoor flowering herbaceous perennial
Supplied as: A rooted plant, listed by the grower as 3+ years old. Flowers are seasonal; arrival in bloom is not guaranteed.

This strong, 3+ year-old plant boasts the largest, most vibrant flowers, perfect for enhancing your landscape or creating breathtaking floral arrangements. When you purchase this product, you will receive a healthy, established peony ready to bloom and thrive in your garden.

• Vibrant pink flowers that create a stunning visual impact
• Strong and resilient, with a proven growth history of over 3 years
• Ideal for cut flowers, bringing beauty indoors
• Easy to care for, suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners
• Attracts pollinators, enhancing your garden's ecosystem
• Perfect for borders, flower beds, or as a focal point

Care Level: 4/10 — Easy once established, with a few particular preferences.

• Light: Give her a sunny outdoor spot, ideally with at least six hours of sunlight. Light afternoon shade can help in hotter climates.
• Water: Water regularly while she establishes, keeping the soil moist but never soggy. Established plants need supplemental watering during dry spells.
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil. She dislikes standing water around her roots.
• Planting: Keep her growing buds—the “eyes”—close to the soil surface. Planting too deeply can prevent flowering.
• Winter: She needs a cold winter rest and naturally dies back to the ground. Dormancy is part of her routine.
• Maintenance: Remove spent flowers and cut back dead foliage in fall. Provide support if flower stems begin to flop.
• Patience: Give her time to settle in, and avoid unnecessary moving or dividing. Blooming may take time after planting.
• Pet Safety: Toxic to cats and dogs if eaten.

Scientific Name: Paeonia lactiflora
Common Name: Chinese Peony / Garden Peony
Plant Class: Magnoliopsida
Plant Type: Flowering Herbaceous Perennial
Placement: Outdoor
Color: Pink flowers with green foliage

Important Note 

Plant Disclosure

You will receive a live Pink Peony in the size and shipping form specified in your selected option. Each Candice grows a little differently, so root size, stem count, foliage, and overall appearance naturally vary. Plants may arrive dormant or without foliage depending on the season.

Listing photos show mature flowers for reference. Pink shades may vary, and buds or blooms are not guaranteed on arrival or during the first growing season. Peonies may need time to establish before flowering. A decorative planter is included only when specified.

Unpack promptly. If supplied bare root, follow the planting instructions provided. Seasonal dormancy and autumn foliage dieback are normal.

If Candice arrives with significant damage or a condition concern, contact hello@ilexatelier.com within 24 hours of delivery. Include your order number and clear photos of the plant or roots, affected areas, shipping box, and shipping label. Keep the plant and packaging while we review your concern.

Peonies are toxic if ingested. Keep away from pets and children.