Herbaceous Peonies: These are the most common type of peonies and feature soft, herbaceous stems that die back to the ground in winter.
Tree Peonies: Tree peonies are woody shrubs that produce large, showy flowers in late spring. Unlike herbaceous peonies, their stems do not die back in winter, and they often have a longer bloom period.
Intersectional Peonies (Itoh Peonies): Intersectional peonies are hybrids between herbaceous and tree peonies, combining the best traits of both types.
Japanese Peonies: Japanese peonies are characterized by their large, bowl-shaped flowers with a prominent central cluster of petals surrounded by frilly outer petals.
Anemone Peonies: Anemone peonies feature a unique flower form with a dense cluster of petaloids (modified petals) in the center surrounded by larger, outer petals.
Semi-Double Peonies: Semi-double peonies have a flower form that falls between single and double-flowered varieties. They feature a central cluster of petals surrounded by additional rows of petals, creating a full and lush bloom.
Single Peonies: Single peonies have a simple yet elegant flower form with a single row of petals surrounding a prominent cluster of stamens in the center.
Double Peonies: Double peonies have a flower form with multiple rows of petals that create a full and luxurious bloom.