1. What is Paeonia rockii?
Paeonia rockii, also known as Rock’s Peony or Chinese tree peony, is a rare and cold-hardy variety native to China’s Gansu province. It features large, fragrant flowers with dark basal blotches and is highly valued in gardens across Europe and North America.
2. Do you export tree peonies to Europe and the United States?
Yes. We regularly export Paeonia rockii rootstocks to customers in Europe and North America. Our nursery is licensed and experienced in preparing all necessary phytosanitary certificates and customs documents.
3. What time of year is best for planting Paeonia rockii?
The best time to plant Paeonia rockii is autumn, from late September to early November, as the cooler weather allows roots to establish before winter.
4. How are the tree peonies shipped internationally?
We ship bare-root tree peonies via international express couriers such as DHL or FedEx. All plants are carefully packed in moist medium and labeled to ensure safe transit.
5. How long does international shipping take?
Shipping to Europe usually takes 5–8 working days, while shipping to the US typically takes 7–10 working days, depending on customs clearance.
6. Do you provide planting and care instructions?
Yes. Every order includes a printed care guide. We also have a full section on our website with step-by-step planting, pruning, and disease management instructions.
7. Can Paeonia rockii grow in cold climates?
Yes. Paeonia rockii is very cold-tolerant and can survive in USDA Zones 4–8, making it ideal for many temperate regions of Europe and North America.
8. How long does it take for tree peonies to bloom?
Generally, it takes 2–3 years after planting for tree peonies to begin blooming reliably, although some may flower the following spring after planting.
9. Do you offer wholesale or bulk pricing and retail price?
Yes. We support wholesale orders for nurseries, botanical gardens, and landscape designers and Personal planting. Please contact us directly for bulk pricing and terms.
10. Are your tree peonies certified for export?
Yes. All exported plants are inspected by Chinese authorities and come with official phytosanitary certificates. We comply with all destination country import regulations.