Who does not know this flower with large globular inflorescences and lush petals, exuding a delicate, fascinating aroma? The name pioneer Shirley Temple was presented by the American actress - the "smallest" winner of the Oscar with a height of 157 cm.
Description of Peony Shirley Temple
Terry, globular peony under the name of Shirley Temple has incredibly beautiful inflorescences up to 20 cm in diameter, which have a gently pink color during the dissolution, and later become pure white, although they may include crimson smears. In height, the bush reaches 80-90 cm, and blooms in late May or early June. Milky-flowered peony "Shirley Temple" keeps its openwork lush foliage until the fall.
This variety starts to be planted from the second half of August and to the beginning of October, choosing sunny and windless places for planting with a moderately dry, fresh, nutrient-rich soil. There are two types of pions - tree - like and grassy, which differ in the way of planting. Grassy peony "Shirley Temple" is planted close to the surface, and the tree-like peony is deep, which ensures the full development of the root system in the cuttings. These flowers practically do not require care, but the soil must necessarily be drained. In well-fertilized ground, these flowers feel great for several years.
Variety of peony "Shirley Temple" is multiplied by dividing rhizomes, which are produced in August or early September. With the onset of stable frost, the stems are cut off, leaving small penechki 1-2 cm above the kidneys. For the winter, flowers should be covered with a layer of peat or unripe compost, but adult plants leave to winter just like that. With the advent of the first warm days, the warming coat is removed, and the kidneys begin to grow rapidly. The peony blossoms abundantly and long enough, pleasing with its beauty and grace.