Henry Sass Peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Henry Sass'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Henry Sass Peony highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Growing Zones 2-8
Henry Sass Peony with Snow White Blooms
- Impressive White Double Flowers
- Attracts Butterflies
- Blooms Later Than Most White Peonies
- Deer-Resistant and Rabbit-Resistant
If the Henry Sass Peony was named Henrietta (Paeonia lactiflora 'Henry Sass'), instead, we would describe this flower as a blushing bride. These magnificent white blooms are elegant and show-stopping. This peony variety produces wedding-worthy fragrant blooms late in spring and into summer.
If you say "yes" to the Henry Sass Peony, you're committing to year after year of amazing flowers that will light up your garden. This peony is long-lived, coming back reliably for up to fifty years! These large double-flower blooms are snow white or blush pink and offer two looks as their pristine petals open. The buds are silky smooth orbs that slowly drop one petal as a time, unveiling a ruffled delight! The unfurled blossoms look like petticoats or pom poms.
Florists just love these flowers. They hold their color and shape for a week after being cut. And they make a stunning impact when added to a bouquet or flower arrangement.
You'll love that this peony, like most, has strong, long stems that don't droop or struggle to keep its large blooms aloft. These long, stiff stems make these flowers head-and-shoulders above other cut flower options.
Not only are the Henry Sass Peony's flowers remarkable, but this perennial grows handsome glossy green foliage. These rich green leaves really make the blooms shine, but when it's not in bloom, the foliage still creates a handsome arrangement of long, thin leaves.
Light up your yard and neighborhood by planting your Henry Sass Peonies in your mixed border or perennial border. The Henry Sass Peony will add a pop of late-season white to your cottage garden. You'll love when these beautiful flowers fill the air with their sweet floral scent.
To help your Henry Sass Peony shine, plant it in a sun-soaked region of your yard. It performs its best in well-drained medium moisture soil. And even though it smells delicious, deer and rabbits don't bother it. But butterflies love its sweet scent and tasty nectar!
Add some dazzling Henry Sass Peonies to your yard for a bright white and sparkling late spring bloom! These blossoms are so large, your neighbors down the street can admire them form their front steps. Don't miss out on the magic of this sassy plant, order yours today!
Information About Bare Root Peonies
Bare root Peonies are shipped as nice 3-5 eye bare root divisions. Their woody roots are not uniform, it is normal for each root to look slightly different.
Plant with the eyes just below surface level with the woody roots spread out underneath. Once buried, water and mulch thoroughly.
