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Hybrid David Austin roses colloquially called peony-shaped. They were obtained at the end of the last century by an English breeder and today they are popular, including among domestic flower growers. The plants combine the high decorative qualities of the buds and the excellent adaptability of the bushes to adverse weather conditions and resistance to various diseases. Today there are many varieties of peony roses with different flower colors. So, you can find pink, yellow, red, burgundy, white peony roses, which will be a wonderful decoration for any garden. A description of the most famous, popular varieties is given below.
Pink varieties
The pink color only emphasizes the tenderness of the lush, peony-shaped flower. Depending on the variety of roses, they can have different shades of this color, and differ in the size of the bud, the density of the petals, and the doubleness. So, the most interesting varieties of pink peony flowers are:
Constance Spry
This soft pink flower was obtained back in 1961 in England. The rose is a climbing rose, distinguished by especially large (up to 14 cm in diameter), densely double buds, which can be seen in the photo below.
Peony-shaped pink roses do not open completely, keeping many small petals in a closed state. Buds are formed in inflorescences of 4-6 pieces. Roses bloom in early summer and last for quite a long time. Constance Spry flowers exude a bright, rich aroma.
The height of the bush reaches 6 m, width up to 3 m. The bush is spreading, vigorous, with many small thorns. Its foliage is matte, large, and tough. It is recommended to grow peony-shaped flowers of this variety on a support.
Miranda
Rose "Miranda" is very similar to the variety described above. It was introduced relatively recently, in 2005 in the UK. The peony-shaped flower is distinguished by a combination of bright and light pink shades. Thus, the outer petals on the bud have a delicate, almost white color, while the inner, closed petals are painted bright pink. Lush flowers of medium size, up to 12 cm in diameter. The Miranda flower does not have a particularly bright aroma.
The bushes of this peony-like variety are compact and relatively low (up to 150 cm). Their width is up to 60 cm. Single flowers are formed on the stems, suitable for cutting and making bouquets. The plant is resistant to partial shade and high humidity.
The pink roses described above are classic representatives of David Austin's selection. These should also include Variety "Rosalind", the flowers of which are painted in an exceptionally delicate creamy pink color (photo below). In addition, the varieties “Gertrude Jekyll” and “Williams Maurice” have pink petals.
White varieties
There are few white varieties of peony roses. However, they are widely popular among flower growers and florists, as they can not only become decorations in the garden, but also add class to wedding bouquets. Photos and descriptions of the most famous varieties of white peony flowers are given below.
Tranquility
This superb rose is new to the market. It was bred by English breeders in 2012, and with its beauty and sophistication it has already managed to win the hearts of many connoisseurs of beauty. The buds of “Tranquility” are not very large, up to 12 cm in diameter. The closed petals of the flower have a yellowish tint, however, as the bud opens, their color becomes white. Roses exude a pleasant apple aroma and can be used for cutting. You can see the buds of this peony flower in the photo:
The rose is represented by a fairly powerful shrub, the height and width of which reaches 120 cm. This allows you to attach shoots to vertical supports or use the plant as a lush flowerbed decoration. Each stem produces 3-5 buds. There are practically no thorns on the stems. The plant blooms twice per season.
Claire Austin
Another peony rose of stunning beauty. Its buds are cup-shaped, the petals are white with a light cream tint. The diameter of the buds is small: 8-10 cm, however, not one, but 2-3 buds are formed on each stem of the plant, which gives the bush a rich, lush appearance. The flower has a bright, rich aroma.
Shrub variety "Claire Astin" of medium size.Its height does not exceed 150 cm, while the width can reach 100 cm. The variety is resistant to diseases and high humidity. The flowering of this wonderful plant can be observed twice per season.
Speaking of white peony roses, the Alabaster variety should also be mentioned. Its flowers are densely double, with a pleasant aroma. The inflorescences consist of 5-6 buds located on tall stems, which makes this variety suitable for cutting. "Alabaster" shrubs are compact, up to 90 cm high, up to 50 cm wide. The plant blooms twice per season.
A special feature of white varieties is the fact that pure white color is quite difficult to obtain in rose breeding, so most flowers have some additional shade, for example, pink, cream or yellow. For example, the above varieties can hardly be called pure white, however, their beauty is striking in its sophistication.
Yellow varieties
There are many peony roses with different shades of yellow. In this case it is necessary to highlight bushes with the best adaptability to the Russian climate, which makes them especially popular in our country. These yellow peony varieties are:
Graham Thomas
The variety of yellow peony rose was bred back in 1983, but it is one of the most popular today. The flowers of "Graham Thomas" are double, not very large, 10-12 cm in diameter. Their color is bright yellow, with a peach tint. These are blooming spray roses all season: abundant in early summer, then moderate until late autumn. Flowers are collected in brushes of 3-5 pieces. They are characterized by a pleasant, sweet aroma.
Peony flower bushes grow up to 1.5 m in cold climates.In warm conditions, their height can reach 3 m. Plants are resistant to bad weather and various diseases.
Golden Celebration
This wonderful peony-shaped yellow rose is distinguished by especially large lush buds, the diameter of which reaches 16 cm. The flowers of this variety are collected in inflorescences of 3-5 pieces. They exude a strong, pleasant aroma. Rose petals are honey-yellow in color.
The plant is bushy, up to 1.5 m high, up to 120 cm wide. Its shoots with a large number of thorns are curved in an arc. The plant is resistant to diseases and bad weather. Blooms throughout the summer season.
In addition to the two varieties above, yellow Toulouse Latrec roses are popular, photos of which can be seen below.
Red varieties
Red roses are a symbol of love and passion. They amaze the imagination and surprise with their beauty. Peony-shaped red roses are used to decorate gardens and greenhouses, and are also used as cut flowers to make bouquets.
Shakespeare (William Shakespeare)
The densely double flowers of this variety exude a strong aroma. Their color depends on growing conditions and can be red or purple. On the stems of this bush plant a mass of flowers are formed, collected in inflorescences of 3-5 pieces. The flowers are small, up to 8 cm in diameter, but very beautiful.
The Shakespeare shrub is quite massive, up to 2 m high and up to 1.2 m wide. The plant has increased resistance to diseases and rainy weather conditions. The peony red rose blooms for a long time and consists of two stages: in early summer it blooms profusely.The second stage of flowering is less intense, starting from the end of July until the onset of frost.
Benjamin Britten
This variety is distinguished by cup-shaped, tightly closed flowers, which open only slightly throughout the entire flowering period. The petals of the peony flower are double and have a delicate orange tint. The buds are quite large, up to 12 cm in diameter, collected in inflorescences of 1-3 pieces, and exude a pleasant strong aroma.
The bush is quite compact, up to 1 m high, up to 70 cm wide. This plant is perfect for decorating a small garden. The rose is also planted in order to set off roses of other varieties with more delicate, light-colored flowers.
Munstead Wood
Medium-sized burgundy peony roses of this variety are collected in inflorescences of 3-5 buds and have a bright aroma. As the bud opens, the velvety petals become darker. When the bud is fully opened, yellow stamens can be observed in the core.
Burgundy rose variety "Munstead Wood" is not tall. Its flexible shoots, no more than 1 m high, form a bush up to 60 cm wide. The plant is resistant to weather troubles and various diseases. The flowering of this peony rose is abundant and long-lasting.
Along with the above varieties, red peony roses of the Othello variety are popular, which can be seen in the photo below.
Information about other varieties of peony roses of different colors can be emphasized from the video:
Conclusion
Peony roses became available to flower growers relatively recently, but during this time they have found many admirers.These magnificent flowers are used to create various compositions in flower beds, lawns, and greenhouses. Some varieties of peony flowers are suitable for cutting and can be used for making bouquets, including wedding ones. Their beauty and amazing aroma attracts and fascinates. The color variety of roses also makes every person passing by involuntarily surprised. In a word, peony roses are the charm and beauty of nature itself, brought to life by David Austin.
